4" carved banana with little workers and animals inside

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Posted by MARY SARVER

17 years ago

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Description

I have never seen another thing like it. I'ts beautifully carved inside with a scenery of trees, men and animals. It looks like it would be pretty had to do. Could they possibly have molds that long ago? There are two holes on each side where they used to carve.

Category Asian Art

Medium bone? I don't think its ivory

Distinguishing marks chinese signature on bottom. Can't read

Condition Mint

Size and dimensions of this item 4" x 1"

Date Period over 60 years

Weight 2 or 3 ozs.

History Father brought it home from Korea during his tour of duty over 60 years ago

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4" carved banana with little workers and animals inside

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