Lot Essay
For a similar piece by Masanao see, N K Davey, 'Netsuke', p. 64, no. 160.
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Details
An ivory model of a carp, 19th Century
carved in a swimming motion, with its tail turned in towards its right front fin, its large eyes inlaid, unsigned -- 2in. (5.1cm.)
carved in a swimming motion, with its tail turned in towards its right front fin, its large eyes inlaid, unsigned -- 2in. (5.1cm.)
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