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An ivory netsuke of tiger and dragon, U-chu no Tor

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:3,000.00 USD Estimated At:6,000.00 - 7,000.00 USD
An ivory netsuke of tiger and dragon, U-chu no Tor
Early 18th century. Struggling on a wave-girt rock, the tiger turning as the dragon, with its jewel, attempts to grasp its rear end, the ivory is rather worn and has a fine patina. Unsigned1 7/8in (4.7cm). Provenance: Ex M.T. Hindson collection, Sotheby's, London, March 16, 1968; Lot 492. Illustrated in Davey, page 313, Fig. 951. Ex Fairley collection, No. 200. Ex Dr. Jonathan Hutchinson collection