Netsuke - Ivory - Man helping a dog out of a chōchin 提灯 (paper lantern) - With signature 'Tomochika' 友親 - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)

Netsuke - Ivory - Man helping a dog out of a chōchin 提灯 (paper lantern) - With signature 'Tomochika' 友親 - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912) Curious netsuke depicting a man trying to free his dog stuck in a lantern after trying to catch a mouse Signed 'Tomochika' 友親 under the base. Japanese artefact from the Meiji period. The item was produced prior to 1947, and is therefore in compliance with European Union regulations on ivory trade. The item comes with a certificate of authenticity that will be sent to the buyer. Very important note for customers outside the EU: This item cannot be sold outside the EU. This item CANNOT be sold outside the EU.