A Wood Netsuke
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A Wood Netsuke

SIGNED TADATOSHI, EDO PERIOD (19TH CENTURY)

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A Wood Netsuke
Signed Tadatoshi, Edo Period (19th century)
Of a drunken shojo
3.5cm. high
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Lot Essay

The shojo depicted as a long-haired female wrapped in her kimono and fast asleep after a long sake-drinking session, was one of Tadatoshi's favorite subjects. By downplaying their demonic characteristics and giving them a very human and female identity, Tadatoshi influenced the future depiction of these creatures.

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