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An ivory sashi netsuke of an awabi diver.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:900.00 USD Estimated At:1,800.00 - 2,000.00 USD
An ivory sashi netsuke of an awabi diver.
Early 19th century. Reclining with an octopus, stretched out full length in a "doctor's doll" pose and resting partially on a barnacle encrusted coral formation and partially on the extended body of the octopus, with whom she is gently entwined, the ivory is lightly stained and the back side has a rich orange patina. The piece has been split in half and repaired, but not expertly. Unsigned. 6in (15.2cm).