NETSUKE: SITTING KIRIN.
Japan. Edo period. Mid-19th century.
Sperm whale tooth; vividly carved with beautiful golden-yellow patina. Sitting Kirin with turned head looking up. Scaled body; darkly accentuated; likewise the mane; long beard; and the high curved curls of the tail. H.4.1cm. Condition A/B. Minimal loss on horn and ear.
Provenance:
-Old collection no. 755.
Please note that objects made of ivory; rhinoceros horn and turtle shell; due to Cites regulations can only be sold within the European Community. At present the export in third countries is prohibited.
Art trade; Van Ham.
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Details
Creative#:
TOP28196041
Source:
達志影像
Authorization Type:
RM
Release Information:
須由TPG 完整授權
Model Release:
No
Property Release:
No
Right to Privacy:
No
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