An impressive ivory netsuke of a very tall Kan'u. Late 18th century - image-1

Lot 194 D‡α

An impressive ivory netsuke of a very tall Kan'u. Late 18th century

Auction 1124 - overview Cologne
07.12.2018, 13:00 - Japan II - Armour, Netsuke, Inro, Sagemono incl. The Papp Collection II
Estimate: 3.000 € - 4.000 €
Result: 3.250 € (incl. premium)
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An impressive ivory netsuke of a very tall Kan'u. Late 18th century

Standing with head slightly turned to the left and stroking his long beard, the right hand holding his long halberd, his robes engraved with clouds, flower sprays and geometric patterns.
Height 12.2 cm

Provenance

Private collection, Southern Germany