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EDO PERIOD (19TH CENTURY)
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Three Ivory Netsuke**
Edo period (19th century)
The first of a group of shells in a pile, finished to resemble the natural surface of the shells; the second of the god Ebisu lying across the back of an "earthquake" fish, the fish's eyes inlaid in dark horn; the third, a group of soy beans
1½in. (3.7cm.); 1 5/16in. (4.1cm.); 2in. (5.1cm.) wide (3)
Edo period (19th century)
The first of a group of shells in a pile, finished to resemble the natural surface of the shells; the second of the god Ebisu lying across the back of an "earthquake" fish, the fish's eyes inlaid in dark horn; the third, a group of soy beans
1½in. (3.7cm.); 1 5/16in. (4.1cm.); 2in. (5.1cm.) wide (3)
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.