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A wood netsuke of Shojo sleeping.

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A wood netsuke of Shojo sleeping.
By Tadatoshi (circa 1770-1840), Nagoya, Mid 19th century. Seated wearing a richly brocaded and deeply cut gown, left leg bent sideways and the right leg bent and raised to support her, one himotoshi in the center of the back, the other larger one exiting the underside. Signed in ukibori on the underside in a rectangular reserve, Tadatoshi. 1 3/8in (3.3cm).