A RARE IVORY NETSUKE OF A CHINESE SAGE WITH SHISHI
Unsigned
Japan,... Lot 18
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A RARE IVORY NETSUKE OF A CHINESE SAGE WITH SHISHI
Unsigned
Japan, late 18th to early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
A rare representation of a Chinese sage, with long hair and wearing a Taoist cap, taming a Shishi with a rope. The wild Buddhist lion is flailing at his feet. Good dramatic composition, fine patina with a yellowish hue and ‘chimney himotoshi’ – the smaller through the sage’s back and the larger through the underside.
HEIGHT 5.5 cm
Condition: Good, complete condition. The ivory slightly worn.
Provenance: British collection.
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