Katalognummer: NE0320-229 A RARE SPERM WHALE TOOTH NETSUKE OF A CHUBBY KARAKO Unsigned Japan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) Netsuke made from sperm whale tooth (cabochon) are incredibly rare and unique in their appearance. The material is very smooth, and almost white with a yellowish hue and many inclusions. Depicted is a chubby boy dressed in an apron, which he holds up in the front, revealing his genitals. He is looking upwards to his left, the facial features achieved very expressively. Good and large himotoshi through the side and back. HEIGHT 5.4 cm Condition: One very small age crack on the back, plugged nerve channel on the inside of the thigh and restored feet - generally, in good condition. Provenance: Viennese private collection. Schätzpreis 估價: € 1.500 Startpreis 起拍價: € 750 -
Katalognummer: NE0320-229 A RARE SPERM WHALE TOOTH NETSUKE OF A CHUBBY KARAKO Unsigned Japan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) Netsuke made from sperm whale tooth (cabochon) are incredibly rare and unique in their appearance. The material is very smooth, and almost white with a yellowish hue and many inclusions. Depicted is a chubby boy dressed in an apron, which he holds up in the front, revealing his genitals. He is looking upwards to his left, the facial features achieved very expressively. Good and large himotoshi through the side and back. HEIGHT 5.4 cm Condition: One very small age crack on the back, plugged nerve channel on the inside of the thigh and restored feet - generally, in good condition. Provenance: Viennese private collection. Schätzpreis 估價: € 1.500 Startpreis 起拍價: € 750 -
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