Ebony manju of bubble blower, Shengyoku
An inlaid ebony manju netsuke
By Shungyoku, Edo period (19th century)
Carved in sunken relief and inlaid with ivory and mother-of-pearl with a vendor blowing bubbles from a long pipe, in his right hand an umbrella, the reverse with a small child enjoying the show; traces of red lacquer, signed Shungyoku
1 5/8in (4.2cm) diameter
Estimate:
US$ 1,000 - 1,500
£660 - 1,000
€780 - 1,200

Category: Asian Art


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