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EDO PERIOD (19TH CENTURY), SIGNED TOMOCHIKA
Details
An Ivory Netsuke**
Edo period (19th century), signed Tomochika
Modelled as an eagle holding a small dog in his talons, the feathers and fur carved with fine lines and highlighted with dark stain; signature on dog's back in an oval wavy-line reserve
1 5/8in. (4.2cm.) high
Edo period (19th century), signed Tomochika
Modelled as an eagle holding a small dog in his talons, the feathers and fur carved with fine lines and highlighted with dark stain; signature on dog's back in an oval wavy-line reserve
1 5/8in. (4.2cm.) high
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.