BEARDED MAN WITH BALL
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Netsuke, ivory. Japan, 19th century
Although the subject is clad in Chinese attire, he could possibly portray Fujitsuna, who was a major exception in the 13th century the when Japan experienced difficult
times – namely an uncorrupt and righteous judge who donated generously and was therefore very popular. He is shown holding his characteristic, the crystal ball. A very
rare theme in netsuke art! Strong staining respectively patina, small himotoshi through buttocks.
HEIGHT 3,3 CM
From a German private collection
Although the subject is clad in Chinese attire, he could possibly portray Fujitsuna, who was a major exception in the 13th century the when Japan experienced difficult
times – namely an uncorrupt and righteous judge who donated generously and was therefore very popular. He is shown holding his characteristic, the crystal ball. A very
rare theme in netsuke art! Strong staining respectively patina, small himotoshi through buttocks.
HEIGHT 3,3 CM
From a German private collection
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BEARDED MAN WITH BALL
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