
Description
19th century white bronze and buffalo horn netsuke in kagamibuta (mirror lid) shape. The top with medium relief fierce dragon twisted around the Precious Gem. Superb quality metalwork - see its face, claws and crisply incised differentiated scales. Warm patina on the metal, beautiful fat buffalo horn bowl, swinging metal loop at the back for hanging. Metal disc diameter 1.53 inches, bowl diameter 2.13 inches.
Reserve: $230.00
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Reserve: $230.00
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
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19c Japanese bronze & buffalo horn netsuke DRAGON & Precious Gem
Estimate $300-$350
Starting Price
$180
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