An ivory netsuke of a fox dancer, by Ryômin. Second half 19th century - image-1

Lot 861 Dα

An ivory netsuke of a fox dancer, by Ryômin. Second half 19th century

Auction 1061 - overview Cologne
05.12.2015, 11:00 - Asian Art III - Japanese Art incl. The Netsuke Collection of Kolodotschko IV
Estimate: 500 € - 700 €

An ivory netsuke of a fox dancer, by Ryômin. Second half 19th century

Wearing a tight-fitting costume with a limp tail and a mask tied to his head, the figure stands on one leg, the hands held as if they were paws. Signed Ryômin under the foot.
Height 4.8 cm