A DECORATIVE IVORY DAGGER WITH A LONG-TAILED PARROT Japan, Meiji pe...

A DECORATIVE IVORY DAGGER WITH A LONG-TAILED PARROT
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)

The blunt dagger with a sharp tip, crowned by a red and greenstained parrot with a finely carved and incised plumage, double-inlaid eyes with pale and dark horn, and a prominent curved beak.

LENGTH 37.5 cm

Condition: Excellent condition with only few minor traces of wear.
Provenance: British collection.