Unsigned Japan, early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The seal-shaped netsuke carved as a rabbit (usagi) with a hunched back and a long reishi sprig in its mouth. The finely polished underside shows the beautiful and characteristic rind of the narwhal tusk. Natural himotoshi. Lustrous and deep honey patina. Both the rabbit and reishi are associated with longevity. HEIGHT 3.3 cm Condition: Very good condition with minor surface wear. Provenance: Estate of Günter Kauth (1946-2016), Frankfurt am Main.
Unsigned Japan, early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The seal-shaped netsuke carved as a rabbit (usagi) with a hunched back and a long reishi sprig in its mouth. The finely polished underside shows the beautiful and characteristic rind of the narwhal tusk. Natural himotoshi. Lustrous and deep honey patina. Both the rabbit and reishi are associated with longevity. HEIGHT 3.3 cm Condition: Very good condition with minor surface wear. Provenance: Estate of Günter Kauth (1946-2016), Frankfurt am Main.
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