An ivory netsuke of a warrior on horseback. 19th century
An ivory netsuke of a warrior on horseback. 19th century
Riding through waves and tightly holding on to the reigns, with a sword at his back, the towel wound around the head giving him the appearance of Benkei, whilst the subject is reminiscent of the Chinese Emperor Gentoku riding through the river Dankai.
Height 3.4 cm; length 5.2 cm
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An ivory netsuke of a warrior on horseback. 19th century
Riding through waves and tightly holding on to the reigns, with a sword at his back, the towel wound around the head giving him the appearance of Benkei, whilst the subject is reminiscent of the Chinese Emperor Gentoku riding through the river Dankai.
Height 3.4 cm; length 5.2 cm
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