Early 19c netsuke DRIED FISH by SHOJU 20.6 cm

Description

Unusual early 19th century large wooden netsuke of dried fish - probably salmon. Strong early carving with exaggerated rough features, beautiful dense fruitwood with superb patina, in great condition. Signed SHOJU TSUKURU (made by Shoju) on the back - carvers from the Shoju family are listed in NETSUKE by Neil Davey (p. 524, numbers 2451-2463). Judging by carving style the piece was probably carved by Shoju IX or Shoju X. Length 8 1/8 inches (20.6 cm).

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Early 19c netsuke DRIED FISH by SHOJU 20.6 cm

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