Katabori Ivory Netsuke UNUSUAL EYES Scroll Antique 1800

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Katabori Ivory Netsuke UNUSUAL EYES Scroll Antique 1800

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Sold Date: 10/02/2007
Channel: Online Auction
Source: eBay
Category: Ethnic, Folk & Native American Art

Katabori Ivory Netsuke UNUSUAL EYES w/Scroll Antique 1800s

Please note that this piece is made from pre-ban non-marine mamal ivory and was legally imported into the U.S. before the CITES ban.

I was able to purchase a collection of Antique Ivory Netsuke's recently from an Estate Sale. I will be list many of them over the next few weeks. All are hand carved ivory and signed. I do not know very much about Netsuke's but I will describe them to the best of my ability.

These are genuine Antique real Netsuke NOT REPRODUCTIONS!!! This piece dates from the 1800s.

This Netsuke depicts a very unusual character. He is holding a scroll and crouches crossed legged. The most amazing feature about this sculpture is that when he is tilted forward, two small dowels emerge from his eye sockets. I believe this was to get the attention for the viewer to read his scroll. The Ivory figure has extremely well detailed little carvings. It is very finely made and shows excellent craftsmanship. It feels very comfortable and interesting, in the hand. T are NO sharp points. He stands about 1" tall. His dress has many fine details, take a look at his beard. This piece is very powerfully carved and so full of character. It contains superb detail and outstanding sculptural quality.
This netsuke has two linked holes on the back that connect via a smooth curved link to thread the cord through. It is solid and NOT hollow. It is signed on the bottom. The condition is exceptional, no damage at all!!! This is museum quality.

GOOD LUCK BIDDING and thank you very much for looking. Please take a look at my other auctions, I offer quite a variety of items and many fine antiques.

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