(2) Japanese Meiji Period Shibayama Carved Gone Miniature Dresser and Openwork Trinket Box.  Miniature bone or ivory cabinet featuring four small drawers and four doors etched with traditional bird and floral motifs alongside a small, plain rectangular box with a perforated lid.

Condition: Chip on corner of small box. 

Largest Size: 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 2 in.

Shibayama Miniatures are exquisite works of Japanese decorative art that originated in the 19th century and are named after Shibayama Senzo, who popularized the technique. These miniatures are renowned for their intricate inlay work, featuring materials such as ivory, mother-of-pearl, coral, tortoiseshell, and precious metals set into finely carved surfaces. Often depicting flowers, birds, landscapes, and scenes from everyday life, Shibayama miniatures showcase exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail. Highly valued by collectors, they reflect the elegance and artistic sophistication of the late Meiji Period, when Japanese decorative arts gained international recognition.

Chip on corner of small box. 

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