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A wood netsuke of a Hannya mask.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:400.00 USD Estimated At:800.00 - 1,000.00 USD
A wood netsuke of a Hannya mask.
Inscribed Masahide, Toyomasa school, Late 18th century. Thin face with large open mouth cut through to the back with tongue sticking out, large flaring nostrils, and large black button eyes that are secured by staples that protrude at the back. A single large hinotoshi on the crossbar. Inscribede on vertical support going down from crossbar, Masahide.2 1/2in (6.5cm). Provenance: Ex Scott Meredith collection.