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Lot 801 Dα

An ivory netsuke of Shoki. First half 19th century

Auction 1179 - overview Cologne
25.06.2021, 11:00 - Asiatische Kunst
Estimate: 800 € - 1.200 €
Result: 625 € (incl. premium)

An ivory netsuke of Shoki. First half 19th century

Signed in an irregular reserve: Hidemasa
Standing, bent slightly forward with a drawn sword and a victorious smile as he seems to be looking for an oni. The central hat button inlaid in brown horn. Restored.
Height 4.8 cm

Provenance

Collection Kati and Marc Wilwers, Luxemburg, sold at Zeller, Lindau, 12.9.2020, lot 1473
Private collection, Berlin, acquired at the above auction