"A Japanese Manju Netsuke With Kintaro"
Ivory manju netsuke with a scene depicting Kintaro, a traditional Japanese figure, together with a mighty tiger. The details are finely engraved and carved in low relief, giving depth and realism.On the back of the netsuke manju there is a character carved in low relief, depicted on his knees and with an expression of fear or supplication.
This netsuke is signed Chounsai 長雲齋 with Hidechika seal.
Origin: Japan
Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 4.5 x 4.5 x 2.2cm.
State of conservation: Very good
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