Lot details Unsigned Japan, Kyoto, late 18th to early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The rabbit finely carved seated on its rear haunches, the large eyes inlaid with translucent horn, further detailed with floppy ears and subtle incision work. Natural himotoshi between each front and hind leg. Beautiful deep-yellow patina. LENGTH 3.8 cm Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and natural age cracks. Provenance: German private collection. Stylistically, this carving is highly reminiscent of the school of Rantei, a well-known Kyoto master. Auction comparison: Compare a related ivory netsuke of a hare by Rantei, dated 19th century, at Bonhams, The Harriet Szechenyi Sale of Japanese Art, 8 Nov 2011, London, lot 131 (sold for 2,750 GBP). Trade Certificate: In accordance with new EU regulations that went into effect in January 2022, we have applied for a certificate to sell this item within the EU. We expect the Austrian Federal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology to issue the certificate in 4-8 weeks. The item can only be shipped / handed over once the certificate has been issued.
Lot details Unsigned Japan, Kyoto, late 18th to early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The rabbit finely carved seated on its rear haunches, the large eyes inlaid with translucent horn, further detailed with floppy ears and subtle incision work. Natural himotoshi between each front and hind leg. Beautiful deep-yellow patina. LENGTH 3.8 cm Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and natural age cracks. Provenance: German private collection. Stylistically, this carving is highly reminiscent of the school of Rantei, a well-known Kyoto master. Auction comparison: Compare a related ivory netsuke of a hare by Rantei, dated 19th century, at Bonhams, The Harriet Szechenyi Sale of Japanese Art, 8 Nov 2011, London, lot 131 (sold for 2,750 GBP). Trade Certificate: In accordance with new EU regulations that went into effect in January 2022, we have applied for a certificate to sell this item within the EU. We expect the Austrian Federal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology to issue the certificate in 4-8 weeks. The item can only be shipped / handed over once the certificate has been issued.
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