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    The House Sale

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    7 - 8 March 2006

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    • THREE IVORY NETSUKE**,
    Lot 385

    THREE IVORY NETSUKE**,

    EDO PERIOD (19TH CENTURY),

    Price realised

    USD 1,080

    Estimate

    USD 700 - USD 1,000

    This lot is offered without a reserve

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    THREE IVORY NETSUKE**,
    EDO PERIOD (19TH CENTURY),
    comprising: a figural group of Shoki with an oni on his back;a kagamibuta button carved with a figure, signed Hokoku; and a walrus tusk group of Kiyohime with the temple bell
    1½in. (3.8cm.) high (3)

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    Special Notice

    This lot is offered without reserve.
    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.


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