EDO-MEIJI PERIODS (19TH-LATE 19TH CENTURY)
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THREE WOOD MASK NETSUKE**
Edo-Meiji Periods (19th-Late 19th Century)
The first a three-eyed demon (Mitsume), each of the eyes inlaid in ivory, the wood stained, inlaid signature reserve now lost; the second a boxwood Chinese lion mask, the hinged-jaw reticulated; the third carved as a Chinese lion with a curly mane and a fierce expression
2 1/8 in. (5.5 cm.); 1¼ in. (3 cm.); 2 1/8 in. (5.2 cm.) long (3)
Edo-Meiji Periods (19th-Late 19th Century)
The first a three-eyed demon (Mitsume), each of the eyes inlaid in ivory, the wood stained, inlaid signature reserve now lost; the second a boxwood Chinese lion mask, the hinged-jaw reticulated; the third carved as a Chinese lion with a curly mane and a fierce expression
2 1/8 in. (5.5 cm.); 1¼ in. (3 cm.); 2 1/8 in. (5.2 cm.) long (3)
Special notice
Notice Regarding the Sale of Ivory and Tortoiseshell
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing ivory or tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.