A POWERFUL WOOD NETSUKE OF A SHISHI WITH YOUNG
A POWERFUL WOOD NETSUKE OF A SHISHI WITH YOUNG
Unsigned
Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
A dynamic and powerful wood netsuke of a shishi licking the paws of its young whilst pressing it downwards. The scene is reminiscent of the motherly love of shishi when throwing their young off a cliff to test their ability. Good, functional himotoshi through the back of the adult.
LENGTH 5 cm
Condition: Very good condition, minor wear, fine dark patina.
Provenance: European collection.
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A POWERFUL WOOD NETSUKE OF A SHISHI WITH YOUNG
Unsigned
Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
A dynamic and powerful wood netsuke of a shishi licking the paws of its young whilst pressing it downwards. The scene is reminiscent of the motherly love of shishi when throwing their young off a cliff to test their ability. Good, functional himotoshi through the back of the adult.
LENGTH 5 cm
Condition: Very good condition, minor wear, fine dark patina.
Provenance: European collection.
