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A kaki wood netsuke of an eggplant cluster.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:1,500.00 USD Estimated At:3,000.00 - 3,500.00 USD
A kaki wood netsuke of an eggplant cluster.
By Tadatoshi (circa 1770-1840), Nagoya, Mid 19th century. Seven nasubi each with its stem and calyx intact in a tightly compact group, realistically carved, the black kaki wood with its brown highlights giving a natural appearance, the himotoshi use a natural opening. Signed in ukibori without reserve in the recess of a calyx, Tadatoshi, very difficult to locate. 1in (2.6cm). Provenance: Purchased from Joseph U. Seo, 1957.