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LOT 8

Lot 8

A Fine Wood Netsuke of Fukurokuju and Crane, Signed Tokoku, Late 19th Century

A Fine Wood Netsuke of Fukurokuju and Crane, Signed Tokoku, Late 19th Century
Lot 8 Details
A Fine Wood Netsuke of Fukurokuju and Crane, Signed Tokoku, Late 19th Century

Stroking his beard with the right hand and holding a scroll in the left, the bald-headed deity seated in finely rendered robes with a resting crane at his side; incised signature and seal to the underside
width 1.6 in — 4 cm

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $5,100
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Fine Wood Netsuke of Fukurokuju and Crane, Signed Tokoku, Late 19th Century
  • A Fine Wood Netsuke of Fukurokuju and Crane, Signed Tokoku, Late 19th Century
  • A Fine Wood Netsuke of Fukurokuju and Crane, Signed Tokoku, Late 19th Century
  • A Fine Wood Netsuke of Fukurokuju and Crane, Signed Tokoku, Late 19th Century
Provenance:

Sotheby's Toronto, March 29th, 30th and 31st, 1982, lot 285
From an Important Toronto Netsuke Collection

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CONDITION DETAILS

minute loss to the tip of the crane's beak; overall in fine condition; 仙鹤上喙部小缺,整体品相完好

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  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 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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