18c netsuke SENNIN CHOCHU with fly whisk

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18th century netsuke of a sennin Chochu enveloped in his robe and holding his most important attribute - a hossu (fly whisk) - across his shoulders. Very rare subject, wonderfully captured facial expression, beautiful flowing lines of the robe, superb sense of volume. Old age lines, beautiful wear to the surface from more than 200 years of handling, superb patina turning honey color on the back from wear against the silk of kimono, of characteristic 18th century triangular section, deep himotoshi consistent with age. Excellent netsuke. Height 1 3/4 inches.

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18c netsuke SENNIN CHOCHU with fly whisk

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