Unsigned Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The counterpart to the Ama (lot 11). The male awabi diver has slightly shorter hair, inked in a similar fashion and wears a straw skirt. He is holding an awabi shell behind his head, visibly delighted by his catch and laughing, the tongue slightly stretched out. Himotoshi through the back of the skirt. Stunning honey-yellow patina. The male diver is considerably rarer than the female one. HEIGHT 6.5 cm Condition: Good condition with typical wear and age cracks. One foot with an old worn-down chip. Provenance: The Gabor Wilhelm Collection, Paris.
Unsigned Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The counterpart to the Ama (lot 11). The male awabi diver has slightly shorter hair, inked in a similar fashion and wears a straw skirt. He is holding an awabi shell behind his head, visibly delighted by his catch and laughing, the tongue slightly stretched out. Himotoshi through the back of the skirt. Stunning honey-yellow patina. The male diver is considerably rarer than the female one. HEIGHT 6.5 cm Condition: Good condition with typical wear and age cracks. One foot with an old worn-down chip. Provenance: The Gabor Wilhelm Collection, Paris.
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