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EDO PERIOD (18TH-19TH CENTURY)
Details
A Marine Ivory Netsuke and a Stag Antler Netsuke**
Edo period (18th-19th century)
The first carved as a Chinese lion arching his back with his tail up in the air, the curly mane and tail highlighted with dark stain, himotoshi large hole in base; the second modeled as a seated tiger pausing to look to his left as he scratches with his rear left leg
1 7/8in. (4.6cm.); 1¾in. (4.4cm.) high (2)
Edo period (18th-19th century)
The first carved as a Chinese lion arching his back with his tail up in the air, the curly mane and tail highlighted with dark stain, himotoshi large hole in base; the second modeled as a seated tiger pausing to look to his left as he scratches with his rear left leg
1 7/8in. (4.6cm.); 1¾in. (4.4cm.) high (2)
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.