"An Ivory Netsuke Depicting A Shishi On A Drum"
An ivory netsuke depicting a shishi crouching on a drum. The shishi rests one paw on a mokugyo, the traditional wooden drum used in Buddhist ceremonies. A hossu is concealed beneath the large drum. Signed Issei on the base.
Period: Meiji late 19th century
Dimensions: 1.9 x 4.4 cm.
Condition: Excellent.