Signed Ivory Japanese Netsuke: Tanuki (Raccoon Dog)
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Signed Ivory JapaneseNetsuke: Tanuki (Raccoon Dog) This is a beautiful elephant ivory netsuke depicting a magical shape-shifting Tanuki (Japanese Raccoon Dog) assuming the form of a teapot. The piece dates back to the Meiji/Taisho Period (circa 1868-1926), and was legally imported into the United States . The piece is signed by the artist, and possesses the two himotoshi (chord holes) on the underside. It is in excellent condition with a nice patina and a little dust in the tight spots. This netsuke has very nice detail and is quite charming. It measures 3.25cm (1.35 inch) high x 5.5cm (2.25 inches) long. Over the next few weeks, I will be auctioning off the last few netsukes from my personal collection of Japanese mythical creatures. These are the "keepers" of my collection as I originally intended to keep them for myself. But I have decided sell the entire collection so as to be able to focus more on other interests. I will be offering one netsuke every week for the next few weeks, and when these are gone, that will be it. I will not be offering any others after that. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding! Tanuki : (also known as the Japanese Raccoon dog or Japanese Badger). The Tanuki is basically a raccoon-like animal that is native to Japan . While this animal actually does exist, it is also plays a major role in
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