Unusual 19th century netsuke of an one samurai with a sword in one hand, a fan in the other and dressed in a sleeveless robe made of tiger pelt with his samurai family crest on the back. Somehow funny subject, although the creature does not look happy with the distressed expression on its face. Made in saishiki technique - the wood is covered with gesso, which in turn is painted in bright colors, some of them in low relief layers. Beautifully carved and painted, obvious losses to paint. Height 2.68 inches (68 mm).

Reserve: $1,600.00

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