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    21 September 2006

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    • Two Ivory Netsuke**
    Lot 330

    Two Ivory Netsuke**

    EDO PERIOD (LATE 18TH-19TH CENTURY), THE FIRST SIGNED MASAKAZU; THE SECOND INSCRIBED MASAYUKI

    Price realised

    USD 1,440

    Estimate

    USD 1,500 - USD 2,000

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    Two Ivory Netsuke**
    Edo period (late 18th-19th century), the first signed Masakazu; the second inscribed Masayuki
    The first carved as the immortal Ikkaku carrying a maiden on his back, their robes carved with floral patterns and stained dark; the second carved as a man and woman in an animated dance, both holding fans
    1 7/8in. (4.8cm.); 1 7/8in. (4.8cm.) high (2)

    Provenance

    The second, Alfred Rich and Sons, New York, 1958

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    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.


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