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A wood netsuke of a cock.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 2,500.00 USD
A wood netsuke of a cock.
By Tadatoshi (circa 1770-1840), Nagoya, Early 19th century. Eyes inlaid in black, the feet carved in relief and well-worn, as are the himotosh. Signed in ukibori under the tail without reserve, Tadatoshi. Similar in design to one illustrated in Lazarnick on page 1062 (in MFA Boston). 1 7/8in (4.7cm). Provenance: Sotheby's, London, June 9, 1971; Lot 3.