Lot 1016 D α

An ivory netsuke of two karako with Hotei’s bag. 18th century

Auction 1053 - overview Cologne
05.06.2015, 14:00 - Japanese Art - Netsuke, Okimono, Lacquer and Sagemono, Sword Decoration
Estimate: 500 € - 700 €
Result: 400 € (incl. premium)

An ivory netsuke of two karako with Hotei’s bag. 18th century

To both sides of Hotei’s bag stands a karako, one holding a large Chinese-style fan while the other child supports it from the back. Dark amber-coloured patina.
Height 4.2 cm