A TSU SCHOOL EBONY WOOD NETSUKE OF A MONKEY
A TSU SCHOOL EBONY WOOD NETSUKE OF A MONKEY
Unsigned
Japan, Tsu, early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
The visibly delighted monkey seated, forming a compact composition, and holding a fruiting branch. Gilt eyes and large himotoshi through the back. Unsigned, however attributed to the Tsu school of Tanaka Juntoku Minko (1735-1816).
HEIGHT 3.8 cm
Condition: Very good condition, some tiny dents to the wood here and there and some general surface wear.
Provenance: European collection.
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A TSU SCHOOL EBONY WOOD NETSUKE OF A MONKEY
Unsigned
Japan, Tsu, early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
The visibly delighted monkey seated, forming a compact composition, and holding a fruiting branch. Gilt eyes and large himotoshi through the back. Unsigned, however attributed to the Tsu school of Tanaka Juntoku Minko (1735-1816).
HEIGHT 3.8 cm
Condition: Very good condition, some tiny dents to the wood here and there and some general surface wear.
Provenance: European collection.
