A RARE IVORY NETSUKE OF A SLEEPING CAT

Unsigned
Japan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)

The cat (neko) is considerably rare in netsuke art. Here it is depicted sleeping serenely, its head and front paws rested on an opened uchiwa fan. The hairwork is finely incised, appropriately worn, and the long tail extends over its back. The underside with good, asymmetrical himotoshi.

LENGTH 3.8 cm

Condition: Good condition. Expected age cracks and wear.
Provenance: French private collection.

Lot details
Unsigned
Japan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)

The cat (neko) is considerably rare in netsuke art. Here it is depicted sleeping serenely, its head and front paws rested on an opened uchiwa fan. The hairwork is finely incised, appropriately worn, and the long tail extends over its back. The underside with good, asymmetrical himotoshi.

LENGTH 3.8 cm

Condition: Good condition. Expected age cracks and wear.
Provenance: French private collection.