wood netsuke with carp in water
A wood netsuke of a swimming carp
Late 18th/early 19th century
Struggling to progress upstream amid turbulent waves, forming a compact composition in slightly-worn wood which bears a fine patina, the eyes inlaid, unsigned.
5.1cm (2in).
Sold for £2,125 inc. premium

Footnotes

  • 木彫根付 上昇鯉 無銘 18世紀後期/19世紀前期

Category: Asian Art / Japanese Art


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