A rare ivory netsuke of a ningyo. Early 19th century - image-1

Lot 746 Dα

A rare ivory netsuke of a ningyo. Early 19th century

Auction 1044 - overview Cologne
06.12.2014, 10:30 - The Kolodotschko Collection of Netsuke, Japanese Art
Estimate: 1.600 € - 1.800 €
Result: 2.728 € (incl. premium)

A rare ivory netsuke of a ningyo. Early 19th century

Lying curled to the left and drawing the tail towards her to form a compact composition. The scales covering her upper arms, the hair falling over her back in long tresses.
Height 2 cm; length 3.3 cm

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