A POWERFUL WOOD NETSUKE OF A COILED DRAGON
A POWERFUL WOOD NETSUKE OF A COILED DRAGON
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Japan, late 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
Finely carved and pierced as a single ferocious dragon amidst swirling clouds, holding a tama (flaming pearl) in one claw. The coiled beast detailed with neatly incised scales and spine, long trailing whiskers, large eyes, and sharp claws. Natural himotoshi.
HEIGHT 4.8 cm
Condition: Very good condition with minor surface wear, some non-distracting, old, smoothened chips.
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A POWERFUL WOOD NETSUKE OF A COILED DRAGON
Unsigned
Japan, late 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
Finely carved and pierced as a single ferocious dragon amidst swirling clouds, holding a tama (flaming pearl) in one claw. The coiled beast detailed with neatly incised scales and spine, long trailing whiskers, large eyes, and sharp claws. Natural himotoshi.
HEIGHT 4.8 cm
Condition: Very good condition with minor surface wear, some non-distracting, old, smoothened chips.
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