A RARE IVORY NETSUKE OF A SENNIN WITH ONI Lot n° 4
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Japan, late 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
The gleefully laughing sennin standing tall and dressed in an elaborately flowing robe with incised cloud designs and wearing a tiger pelt cloak over his shoulders. He holds a fruiting branch in one hand while a mischievously grinning oni seated behind on his shoulders is grasping after the stem of the branch. Fine patina, especially to the back.
HEIGHT 9.3 cm
Condition: Very good condition. The ivory slightly worn with a fine patina. A signature has been added, though is easily removed.
Provenance: British collection.
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