AN IVORY NETSUKE OF GAMA SENNIN
AN IVORY NETSUKE OF GAMA SENNIN
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Japan, late 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
Gama Sennin is standing with one foot raised, leaning on a cane with one hand, the other hand caressing the toad which sits on his shoulder. The details are well-carved, especially the face is expressive as Gama looks towards the heavenly skies. Good, asymmetrical himotoshi through the back.
HEIGHT 7.9 cm
Condition: Good condition, the ivory slightly worn with age cracks.
Provenance: British collection.
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AN IVORY NETSUKE OF GAMA SENNIN
Unsigned
Japan, late 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
Gama Sennin is standing with one foot raised, leaning on a cane with one hand, the other hand caressing the toad which sits on his shoulder. The details are well-carved, especially the face is expressive as Gama looks towards the heavenly skies. Good, asymmetrical himotoshi through the back.
HEIGHT 7.9 cm
Condition: Good condition, the ivory slightly worn with age cracks.
Provenance: British collection.
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