Lot details Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The quite unusually-shaped ivory netsuke carved as a seesaw-bed balancing on the arched bottom part. The top is carved with a young boy dressed only in a coat, his plump buttocks naked, a dog seated next to him tearing at the scroll from which the boy is reading. A charming composition bearing a stunning yellowish honey patina. Large central himotoshi underneath. LENGTH 4 cm Condition: Very good condition with associated wear and age cracks. Provenance: Austrian private collection. Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0102).
Lot details Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The quite unusually-shaped ivory netsuke carved as a seesaw-bed balancing on the arched bottom part. The top is carved with a young boy dressed only in a coat, his plump buttocks naked, a dog seated next to him tearing at the scroll from which the boy is reading. A charming composition bearing a stunning yellowish honey patina. Large central himotoshi underneath. LENGTH 4 cm Condition: Very good condition with associated wear and age cracks. Provenance: Austrian private collection. Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0102).
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