"A Boxwood Netsuke Depicting A Nio With A Giant Sandal"
Boxwood netsuke depicting a Nio engaged in braiding the strings of a giant sandal. The Niō's expression is intense with sculpted muscles in tension and a determined face. Ringed Himotoshi and Hokei signature engraved under the base with a horn insert.
Period: Meiji late 19th century
Dimensions: 3.6 x 3.8 x 2.4 cm.
Condition: Excellent.