A wood netsuke of a tiger
A wood netsuke of a tiger
By Masanao, Yamada, Ise Province, Edo period (1615-1868), 19th century
Seated, turning to the left with open mouth, its tail passing over the left flank, its legs drawn in for compactness, the slightly worn wood with a good patina; signed Masanao. 4cm (1 5/8in) wide.
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A wood netsuke of a tiger
By Masanao, Yamada, Ise Province, Edo period (1615-1868), 19th century
Seated, turning to the left with open mouth, its tail passing over the left flank, its legs drawn in for compactness, the slightly worn wood with a good patina; signed Masanao. 4cm (1 5/8in) wide.