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EDO PERIOD (18TH CENTURY), SIGNED OKATOMO
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A Kyoto-School Ivory Netsuke**
Edo period (18th century), signed Okatomo
Modeled as a seated puppy scratching fleas, the natural patterns of the ivory incorporated into the piebald coloring of the dog's coat, the fur rendered with delicately carved lines, eyes inlaid in translucent horn
1¾in. (4.5cm.) long
Edo period (18th century), signed Okatomo
Modeled as a seated puppy scratching fleas, the natural patterns of the ivory incorporated into the piebald coloring of the dog's coat, the fur rendered with delicately carved lines, eyes inlaid in translucent horn
1¾in. (4.5cm.) long
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.