LOT 591 SHOKO: A WOOD NETSUKE OF AN ONI STIRRING MISO
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SHOKO: A WOOD NETSUKE OF AN ONI STIRRING MISOBy Shoko Sugunoya, signed Shoko 尚古Japan, Takayama, Hida school, mid-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Finely carved as a seated oni vigorously stirring miso paste inside the suribachi before him, the oni's eyes inlaid in dark horn. He wears a monk's robe, with one shoulder uncovered, decorated with clouds - signifying he is a repentant oni, now performing the serious task of stirring miso paste, rather than causing mischief. Natural himotoshi, though the carving certainly has okimono-character. Signed underneath the bowl SHOKO.HEIGHT 5.1 cmCondition: Excellent condition.Provenance: European collection, old Japanese collection label.
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