AN EARLY WOOD NETSUKE OF A CHINESE SAGE WITH GOURD Unsigned Japan, late 17th to early 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868) A well-worn, old wood netsuke depicting a Chinese sage holding a massive hyotan (double gourd) before him. The immortal has a long beard and worn facial features. The wood of a very good color with a fine, warm hand patina. Large himotoshi through the back. HEIGHT 7.7 cm Condition: Good, worn condition. Provenance: French private collection.