† A SUPERB TALL WOOD NETSUKE OF GAMA SENNIN WITH A GREEN-STAINED ANTLER TOAD

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† A SUPERB TALL WOOD NETSUKE OF GAMA SENNIN WITH A GREEN-STAINED ANTLER TOAD Unsigned Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868) Finely carved as a standing Gama sennin holding a gnarled staff, pointing thoughtfully down towards a green-stained antler toad, the hermit detailed with a long chin beard and dressed in tattered, loosely fitted robes, with elegantly carved folds, opening in the front to reveal his emaciated rib cage and protruding pot belly. Generously excavated himotoshi to the back and through an opening of the sleeve. HEIGHT 10.9 cm In the publication quoted above Moss supposes the toad was inlaid a century or more later by an inspired antler craftsman, perhaps to replace the original wood toad lost in this composition. We certainly agree that the addition of this toad, carved with crisp naturalism and applied with a beautifully fitting green dye, is highly effective and add to the character of this 18th century netsuke, be it original to the composition or added later. 13% VAT will be added to the hammer price additional to the buyer's premium - only for buyers within the EU.

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