HIDEYUKI: A FINE IVORY NETSUKE OF A CHRYSANTHEMUM FLOWER By Hideyuki, signed Hideyuki Japan, Tokyo, 20th century This netsuke depicts a chrysanthemum flower, executed naturalistically in a choice peace of ivory. The flowing stem on the underside is expressed and the signature is found on an inlaid gold reserve HIDEYUKI 秀之. Original inscribed wood box. HEIGHT 2.5 cm, LENGTH 3.5 cm Condition: Excellent condition Provenance: Collection of Sam Felton. Acquired from Rare Art, Inc. on December 30th 1982. Miriam Kinsey (1977) writes in her book ‘Contemporary Netsuke’: “[…] his netsuke are executed with his own original ideas and with delicate, detailed, and meticulous workmanship. He is also a master at carving plum-blossom and other flower netsuke.” Interestingly Hideyuki was close friends with Kangyoku and Bishu and they actively exchanged ideas. The affinities to their work are present in this netsuke.