TWO WOOD NETSUKE Edo period (1615-1868), 19th century (2)TWO WOOD NETSUKEEdo period (1615-1868), 19th centuryThe first the head of Shoki the Demon-Queller, with a fierce expression, the wood expressively carved, unsigned, 4cm (1 9/16in) high; the second an oni (demon) running on a cloud while holding a small stupa, turning back to look behind to check for pursuers, his left leg starting to sink into the cloud, unsigned, 4cm (1 9/16in) long. (2).Provenance:The second: purchased at Sotheby's, London, 12 November 1987, lot 245.