A Japanese ivory netsuke of a peony
Late 19th Century
The densely carved flowerhead mounted with a single butterfly perched on a leaf, the internal section of the flower revealing stamen, together with a small Japanese ivory okimono of a fisherman, holding a fish in his left hand, a basket hangs over his shoulder;
peony 1.5cm high, 4cm long, 3cm wide, both signed. (2)
The densely carved flowerhead mounted with a single butterfly perched on a leaf, the internal section of the flower revealing stamen, together with a small Japanese ivory okimono of a fisherman, holding a fish in his left hand, a basket hangs over his shoulder;
peony 1.5cm high, 4cm long, 3cm wide, both signed. (2)
Sold for
£400
inc. premium
Category: Decorative Arts / General Ceramics and Glass
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