A wood netsuke of an octopus
A wood netsuke of an octopus
By Kozan, Edo period (1615-1868) or Meiji era (1868-1912), late 19th century
Trying to climb out of a large simulated ceramic pot, two tentacles trailing over the side, one grasping an awabi (abalone), two smaller shells adhering to the side; signed on an inlaid tablet Kozan. 4.8cm (1 7/8in) high.
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A wood netsuke of an octopus
By Kozan, Edo period (1615-1868) or Meiji era (1868-1912), late 19th century
Trying to climb out of a large simulated ceramic pot, two tentacles trailing over the side, one grasping an awabi (abalone), two smaller shells adhering to the side; signed on an inlaid tablet Kozan. 4.8cm (1 7/8in) high.
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