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A group of four bronze netsuke.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:750.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 2,000.00 USD
A group of four bronze netsuke.
The first, mid 19th century, a reticulated basket,or insect cage, one end with a stopper in the form of a rat. 1 3/4in (4.5cm). The second, mid 19th century, an ash tray in the shape of the Bell of Dojoji being encircled by a copper dragon. 1 7/8in (4.9cm). The third, mid 19th century, a woven basket, inside of which can be seen a crab and other creatures, cord attachment through any of various openings simulating old damage to the basket. 1 3/4in (4.3cm). The fourth, 18th/19th century, a Karako reclining and resting his head in his hand. 1 1/8in (2.8cm). Provenance: First-third, Purchased from Joseph U. Seo, 1966.