Netsuke - Lacquered wood - Laquered mandarine duck - Japan - 19th century
A mandarin duck, decorated with gold-lacquered medallions of formal designs over its body, signed in partially legible characters [. . .] sai. Mandarine ducks were reputed to remain true to their mates for life, which made them a perfect motive for wedding gifts. Very refined piece of art. Acquiered at Bonhams, London, november 4th 2020
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A mandarin duck, decorated with gold-lacquered medallions of formal designs over its body, signed in partially legible characters [. . .] sai. Mandarine ducks were reputed to remain true to their mates for life, which made them a perfect motive for wedding gifts. Very refined piece of art. Acquiered at Bonhams, London, november 4th 2020
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