A JAPANESE WOOD NETSUKE OF A CHINESE MALE LION OR SHISHI, SIGNED ISSUI.
Description
The animal is seated guarding a ball, with a fierce expression and angry side-eye, finely carved with each minute strand of fur visible. Period: 19th century.
Height: 3 cm.Show more
Condition
Minor surface wear, two very small and insignificant wood cracks to the base.
Theme
Cabinet of Curiosities
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Description
The animal is seated guarding a ball, with a fierce expression and angry side-eye, finely carved with each minute strand of fur visible. Period: 19th century.
Height: 3 cm.Show more
Condition
Minor surface wear, two very small and insignificant wood cracks to the base.
Theme
Cabinet of Curiosities