Auction 140 Eclectic Treasures: Alma's Summer Auction
De la Alma
27.8.23
Ibn Gabirol St 71, Tel Aviv-Yafo, floor -2, row 15 (in the paring) Israel
Welcome to Alma's Summer Sale—a meticulously curated collection of art and antique pieces. Begin your journey with captivating Far East objects, porcelain, carved items, and textiles. Then, delve into the enchantment of Islamic countries.
Discover an array of treasures, from elegant silver ornaments to porcelain and glass art, along with inspiring Judaica paintings and sculptures.
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LOT 22:

Early shishi lion netsuke - Edo Japan (18th c)


Preț de început:
$ 300
Preț aproximativ :
$400 - $600
Comision casă de licitații: 22% Mai multe detalii
VAT: 17% Doar pentru comision
27.8.23 at Alma

Early shishi lion netsuke - Edo Japan (18th c)

the Tobori shishi netsuke sits on a triangular base. blackened engravings to the body and base. A finely carved Himotoshi which passes through the shishi's legs. Fine yellowish patina


height: 3 cm

length: 3.5


* works of these triangular shapes were made from left over carvings from  Japanese musical instruments. The factories in Japan which produced these musical instruments during the 18th c  would sell the left over carvings  ( usually in the shape of triangles) to netsuke carvers. hence this triangular shape