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A group of two ivory netsuke.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:900.00 USD Estimated At:1,800.00 - 2,400.00 USD
A group of two ivory netsuke.
Mid 19th century. The first, a miniature ivory yatate, completely reticulated with ryusa style carving of gourds and vines, the cap for the ink-well is hinged. 3 3/8in (8.4cm). The second, a marine ivory of a woman bouncing a ball, she is sitting in a full formal kimono, the ball in mid-air, both with diaper patterns, her hair reinforced with sumi ink, her hair ornament with red ink, himotoshi liner stained green. 1 1/4in (3.2cm).