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LOT 341

Lot 341

By Nakamura Kuya (1881-1961), An Ivory Trick Netsuke of an Oni Head and Momotaro

By Nakamura Kuya (1881-1961), An Ivory Trick Netsuke of an Oni Head and Momotaro
Lot 341 Details
By Nakamura Kuya (1881-1961), An Ivory Trick Netsuke of an Oni Head and Momotaro

Skillfully rendered as square-form box with an oni head as the cover, the eyes inlaid with horn, the box opening to reveal the baby hero Momotaro emerging from a peach while the elderly couple watch in amazement, the tortoiseshell-inset underside inlaid with a green lacquer cartouche signed 'Kuya' 空哉
0.7 x 1.3 x 1.3 in — 1.9 x 3.2 x 3.2 cm

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $1,062.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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By Nakamura Kuya (1881-1961), An Ivory Trick Netsuke of an Oni Head and Momotaro
  • By Nakamura Kuya (1881-1961), An Ivory Trick Netsuke of an Oni Head and Momotaro
  • By Nakamura Kuya (1881-1961), An Ivory Trick Netsuke of an Oni Head and Momotaro
Provenance:

Private Montreal Collection

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Contains material which may be subject to import/export regulation

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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