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Group of two wood netsuke.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:900.00 USD Estimated At:1,800.00 - 2,300.00 USD
Group of two wood netsuke.
Early 19th century. The first, by Sanko, a boxwood carving of a table, on top of which is Shoki's hat, underneath is an Oni wearing a tiger-skin loincloth. Signed on the base, Sanko. 2 1/4in (5.7cm). The second, by Sansha, a wood netsuke of two puppies on a cushion. Signed on the underside, Sansha 1 5/8in (4.3cm). Provenance: The second, purchased in Japan, 1972.