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268 An unusual ivory manjû-like netsuke of a
dragon on a rock. Early 19th century
Coiled on top of a rock, the eyes wide open and
the mouth agressively opened, the trunk of a
blossoming plum tree following the curve of
the scaly body.
Max. diameter 3.3 cm
€ 900 – 1.200
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269 A marine ivory netsuke of Shôki at setsubun.
Mid-19th century
Of triangular shape, Shôki, the demon queller,
throwing beans at a group of oni at his feet.
The beans inlaid in brass. Inscribed Issai.
Chipped.
Height 4.3 cm; width 3.1 cm
Provenance
Zacke, Vienna, May 2012
€ 800 – 1.200
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