The animal's posture is engaging with the paw raised and the tail curled upwards along the end. The streaks of the fur are depicted in a masterly way and highlighted with a strong engraving.
Signed under the belly with the mark of the Maruki company (in the square) and the engraver Atsuyoshi.
Origin: Japan
Period: Meiji second half of the 19th century.
Dimensions: 26 x 49 x 14 cm. – Weight: 5.2 kg.
State of conservation: Very good