Lot 840 D α

An ivory netsuke of a tiger with young. Mid-19th century

Auction 1179 - overview Cologne
25.06.2021, 11:00 - Asiatische Kunst
Estimate: 500 € - 700 €
Result: 750 € (incl. premium)

An ivory netsuke of a tiger with young. Mid-19th century

Signed Hakuryu in a gourd-shaped reserve
Head turned to the side, placing one paw protectively on the young to its feet. The eyes inlaid in mother of pearl. Restored.
Height 2.9 cm

Provenance

Estate of Günter Kauth (1946-2016), Frankfurt am Main