Ladybird on a banana – (4554)
[4554]

The Ladybird or Ladybug is walking on a banana, the skin of which has been peeled back. The miniature ivory carving has been dyed in yellow, red and black to enhance its appearance. The object is signed by Hong Kong master carver Songshan (松山) who has created several of the small carvings in the Lowlands-collection. Length 5.0 cm. Width 2.2 cm. Height 2.0 cm.
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