Carved Bone/Ivory Figurine of Two Traditional Asian Figures with Flowers

This is a detailed carved figurine depicting two traditional Asian figures, likely Japanese, on an integral base. The material appears to be natural bone or ivory, distinguished by its off-white to creamy yellow hue and the visible graining or striations indicative of organic material. The larger figure, presumably an adult male, stands upright, dressed in a kimono-like garment with engraved or chased patterns on the fabric. He holds a branch with three blossoming flowers (possibly lotus or peonies) in his right hand. His hair is neatly tied back, and he has finely carved facial features including a mustache and beard. The smaller figure, a child, sits or kneels at the feet of the adult, also wearing traditional attire. This child figure interacts with a small basket or container, from which one or two more flowers are emerging, and holds a scoop or small tool. The craftsmanship is evident in the intricate details of the clothing folds, the delicate carving of the flowers, and the expressive faces of both figures. The surface exhibits a smooth finish with signs of age, including a likely natural patina that gives it a vintage appearance. There are no immediately obvious chips or major breaks, though closer inspection would be required to ascertain minor wear or hairline cracks. The overall style suggests a Japanese origin, possibly from the Meiji period or early 20th century, consistent with a netsuke or okimono aesthetic, though its size appears larger than typical netsuke. The carving quality indicates a skilled artisan.