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An Ivory netsuke of a baku.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:7,500.00 USD Estimated At:15,000.00 - 20,000.00 USD
An Ivory netsuke of a baku.
Kyoto School, 18th century. The crouching figure with eyes inlaid in black, the design is unique for this "eater of bad dreams" and incorporates all of the characteristics of the mythical beast, long snout, the two tusks, the body of a horse, the clawed feet, and the flames, good color and well-patinated on the back. Unsigned. 2 3/4in (7.1cm).