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An ebony netsuke of an eagle catching a rabbit.

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An ebony netsuke of an eagle catching a rabbit.
By Tomin, School of Minko, Tsu, Late 18th century. Holding the rabbit in its claws, the eyes of the former inlaid in brass with ebony pupils. Signed on the underside in an oval reserve, Tomin. The signature all but erased from wear but still discernible. A similar model is illustrated in the MCI on page 883. 1 1/2in (3.9cm).