THE PROPERTY OF A LADY
An ivory netsuke of a tiger

SIGNED YOSHINAGA, LATE 18TH CENTURY

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An ivory netsuke of a tiger
Signed Yoshinaga, late 18th Century
The animal seated and his head turned, the detail boldly carved, the eyes inlaid in horn
4.4cm. wide

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The artist was one of the three principal masters of the Kyoto school in the 18th Century. His works are striking for their bold design and strong individual character.

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