JAPAN, Meiji period (1868-1912). - Lot 90

JAPAN, Meiji period (1868-1912). Circular plate in tortoise shell (Eretmochelys imbricata), lacquered and inlaid with mother-of-pearl, decorated with a bird of prey with outstretched wings chasing a bird plunging into tumultuous water. The frame is decorated with a checkerboard frieze in wood marquetry. Sight plate diameter: 16 cm. Dimensions of the frame: 25 x 25 cm. (Minor chips). Total gross weight: 752.4 g. Object composed wholly or in part of material from a species listed in Appendix I/A CITES/EU (Eretmochelys imbricata), harvested and worked before 1975, meeting the definition of "pre-Convention antique" in accordance with Regulation (EC) no. 865/2006, article 2, point (w), implementing Regulation (EC) no. 338/97, article 7(3). Transport within the European Union is authorized on presentation of the expert report confirming the date and origin of the object. Expert: Mr Pierre Grignon Dumoulin, legal expert at the Amiens Court of Appeal, approved expert in works of art made from materials derived from biodiversity, Artémis Estimations, 6 rue Ancel 60200 Compiègne - 06 09 83 33 29 - www.artemisestimations.com For all exports outside the European Union, a CITES export certificate must be obtained by the buyer. The authorities of the destination country may require additional procedures, or even prohibit the entry of Eretmochelys imbricata specimens; it is therefore strongly recommended to find out about local legislation before exporting. Expert: Cabinet DELALANDE - Qinghua YIN.