Two ivory netsuke of shishi
Two ivory netsuke of shishi
Edo period (1615-1868), 18th century
The first a shishi with a young cub at her side, facing ahead with open mouth containing a loose ball, unsigned, 5.5cm (2 1/8in) wide; the second seated, turning back to the left, its legs drawn in, forming a compact composition, unsigned, 3.8cm (1½in) wide. (2).
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Two ivory netsuke of shishi
Edo period (1615-1868), 18th century
The first a shishi with a young cub at her side, facing ahead with open mouth containing a loose ball, unsigned, 5.5cm (2 1/8in) wide; the second seated, turning back to the left, its legs drawn in, forming a compact composition, unsigned, 3.8cm (1½in) wide. (2).