An ivory netsuke of a bulb
By Ohara Mitsuhiro (1810-1875), Osaka, 19th century
Of bulbous form with curled stalk, a small clam, a cherry blossom and a single petal carved in relief to one side, the ivory is stained for effect, signed Mitsuhiro.
3.8cm (1½in).
Estimate:
£2,500 - 3,000
JPY 390,000 - 470,000
US$ 3,800 - 4,500
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Category:
Asian Art
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Japanese Art
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