Lot details Unsigned, attributed to Mitsuharu Japan, Kyoto, early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The powerful shishi, executed in ideally rounded netsuke form, with a flowing mane and mighty curls. It is holding a large and smooth ball between its clawed paws, and has its head tilted backwards, roaring with all its might, eyes wide open with inlaid pupils of dark horn and bared teeth. The carving is unsigned, however certainly attributed to the workshop of Mitsuharu, who was famous, amongst other carvings, for his shishi, which are unique in their style, expression, and power. Good and large himotoshi through the bottom and side and loose ball in the mouth of the mythical beast. HEIGHT 4.4 cm Condition: Good condition, the patina somewhat rubbed. Provenance: Czech private collection, formerly in the collection of His Royal Highness Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester (1900-1974), sold at Christie’s London, 12th-13th July 2006, lot 661. Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0587).
Lot details Unsigned, attributed to Mitsuharu Japan, Kyoto, early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The powerful shishi, executed in ideally rounded netsuke form, with a flowing mane and mighty curls. It is holding a large and smooth ball between its clawed paws, and has its head tilted backwards, roaring with all its might, eyes wide open with inlaid pupils of dark horn and bared teeth. The carving is unsigned, however certainly attributed to the workshop of Mitsuharu, who was famous, amongst other carvings, for his shishi, which are unique in their style, expression, and power. Good and large himotoshi through the bottom and side and loose ball in the mouth of the mythical beast. HEIGHT 4.4 cm Condition: Good condition, the patina somewhat rubbed. Provenance: Czech private collection, formerly in the collection of His Royal Highness Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester (1900-1974), sold at Christie’s London, 12th-13th July 2006, lot 661. Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 22-B-0587).
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