Asian Art Reference Books Online Auction

October 28, 2010

LOT 86

Lot 86

Two Ivory Netsukes, 19th Century

Two Ivory Netsukes, 19th Century
Lot 86 Details
Two Ivory Netsukes, 19th Century

The first depitcing a daimyo overseeing hardworking farmers, base signed Meizan; the second depitcing two oni cooking a meal for the demon slayer shoki
length 2.4" — 6 cm.

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $240
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Two Ivory Netsukes, 19th Century
  • Two Ivory Netsukes, 19th Century

CONDITION DETAILS

Farm netsuke’s far right farmer has restoration to legs; shoki netsuke’s demon at the back missing a leg

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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