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An ivory netsuke of a Karako.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,200.00 USD
An ivory netsuke of a Karako.
Kyoto, , Late 18th/early 19th century. Seated, pointing to his eye with his left index finger in a bekkako gesture while his right hand reaches behind him to touch the skin of a large hozuki that has burst open to reveal its fruit which is carved partially in the round and dyed red. On the underside without reserve, Tomotada 1 1/2in (3.8cm).