Lot Essay
The subject refers to the depth of hypocracy portrayed by the oni, the evil doer, soliciting alms in the name of Buddha.
Details
ONI DISGUISED AS A PRIEST
Kagamibuta netsuke, ivory bowl with and iron disc inlaid with copper,gold and other metals, depicting an oni carrying a hammer and gong and a hogacho (temple subscription list) , unsigned
19th Century
1 7/16 in. (3.7 cm.) diameter
Kagamibuta netsuke, ivory bowl with and iron disc inlaid with copper,gold and other metals, depicting an oni carrying a hammer and gong and a hogacho (temple subscription list) , unsigned
19th Century
1 7/16 in. (3.7 cm.) diameter