MINKO: AN EBONY WOOD NETSUKE OF A PUPPY
MINKO: AN EBONY WOOD NETSUKE OF A PUPPY
Signed Minko 珉江
Japan, Tsu, early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
Carved as a charming chubby puppy seated with its head slightly turned to the right. The pupils minutely inlaid in brass. Natural himotoshi through the paws.
LENGTH 3.8 cm
Condition: Very good condition with minor nicks and surface wear.
Provenance: European collection.
Literature comparison:
Compare to a similar netsuke by Minko in Barry Davies Oriental Art, The Netsuke Collection of W.G Bosshard Part 1, no. 42.
Auction comparison:
A similar netsuke by Minko was offered at Bonhams, The Julius and Arlette Katchen Collection of Fine Netsuke Part II, 10 May 2017, London, lot 124 (sold for 1,875 GBP).
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MINKO: AN EBONY WOOD NETSUKE OF A PUPPY
Signed Minko 珉江
Japan, Tsu, early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
Carved as a charming chubby puppy seated with its head slightly turned to the right. The pupils minutely inlaid in brass. Natural himotoshi through the paws.
LENGTH 3.8 cm
Condition: Very good condition with minor nicks and surface wear.
Provenance: European collection.
Literature comparison:
Compare to a similar netsuke by Minko in Barry Davies Oriental Art, The Netsuke Collection of W.G Bosshard Part 1, no. 42.
Auction comparison:
A similar netsuke by Minko was offered at Bonhams, The Julius and Arlette Katchen Collection of Fine Netsuke Part II, 10 May 2017, London, lot 124 (sold for 1,875 GBP).
