19th century netsuke of a turtle with its neck extended and head turned back, carved out of umimatsu. Umimatsu in Japanese literally means “sea pine”, and describes species of black coral with dense texture and concentric growth rings. Wonderful carving, great face, beautiful rhythm to the plastron patterns on its carapace, excellent patina. Signed with 2 characters on the underside of the carapace, appears to read YOSHI. Length 1.98 inches

Reserve: $395.00

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