Page 196 - Fine Japanese Art Auction November 2 2019 Galerie Zacke

237 | A FINE WOOD NETSUKE
OF A HATCHING TENGU
Unsigned
Japan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)

A classic and finely executed model of a hatching tengu, known
as tengu no tomago. The tengu is climbing out of the egg and
supporting itself on the edge of the cracked shell. The eyes are
glaring and inlaid in pale translucent horn. The facial features, such
as the pointed beak, and the feathers at the back are very well
carved. Large and very good himotoshi through the underside and
side.
HEIGHT 3.8 cm
Condition: Very good condition; minor negligible surface scratches
in the wood.
Provenance: French private collection.

Estimate EUR 2.000,-
Starting price EUR 1.000,-

236 | A WOOD NETSUKE OF A HATCHING TENGU

Unsigned
Japan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)

Carved from dark wood and depicting a hatching tengu (tengu no
tomago) lifting itself with both hands to emerge from a smoothly
polished egg. The style of the tengu is quite unique. Only one wing
and part of the back is visible with finely incised lines for feathers.
The head is round with large eyes and a wide beak, giving the
mythical creature an amusing expression. Deep himotoshi through
the underside of the egg.
HEIGHT 3.4 cm, LENGTH 4.3 cm

Condition: Excellent condition, good patina with a beautiful lustrous
polish.
Provenance: Private Long Island Collection.
Estimate EUR 1.500,-
Starting price EUR 750,-

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