Katalognummer: NE0320-005 AN IVORY NETSUKE OF HOTEI Unsigned Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868) An amusing, early ivory netsuke of triangular shape when viewed from the top, characteristically flattened in the reverse. Depicted is a jolly bare-chested Hotei, standing with his treasure bag draped over his shoulder, his belly typically protruding from his robe. Himotoshi and beautiful glistening yellow-orange patina to the reverse. HEIGHT 7.2 cm Condition: Age cracks, expected wear, beautiful patina. Good, complete condition. Provenance: French private collection, old collection number ‘3.218’. Schätzpreis 估價: € 1.500 Startpreis 起拍價: € 750 -
Katalognummer: NE0320-005 AN IVORY NETSUKE OF HOTEI Unsigned Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868) An amusing, early ivory netsuke of triangular shape when viewed from the top, characteristically flattened in the reverse. Depicted is a jolly bare-chested Hotei, standing with his treasure bag draped over his shoulder, his belly typically protruding from his robe. Himotoshi and beautiful glistening yellow-orange patina to the reverse. HEIGHT 7.2 cm Condition: Age cracks, expected wear, beautiful patina. Good, complete condition. Provenance: French private collection, old collection number ‘3.218’. Schätzpreis 估價: € 1.500 Startpreis 起拍價: € 750 -
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