LOT 232 A RARE IVORY SEAL NETSUKE OF A DROMEDARY Unsigned …
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A RARE IVORY SEAL NETSUKE OF A DROMEDARY Unsigned Japan, early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) A rare ivory ingyo (seal) netsuke of a dromedary standing on its long, frail legs and looking backwards with a charming expression, the eyes inlaid in dark horn. The long neck and hump are characteristic for the animal, which was imported by Dutch, thus being often depicted with a Dutchman. Loop for cord attachment underneath the dromedary and the incised characters underneath ‘Saibi’ conveying the philosophy of achieving virtue by following good moral values. Fine spots of honey patina. HEIGHT 5.1 cm Condition: Very good condition, fine age cracks. Remnants of seal paste on the underside. Provenance: French private collection. Auction comparison: Compare with a netsuke belonging to the same workshop, sold at Lempertz, Asiatische Kunst, 7 June 2019, Cologne, lot 466.
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