An ivory netsuke of Ebisu
By Chokusai, Meiji period (late 19th century)
The amusing netsuke carved as the god Ebisu wrapped up in a hanging scroll from which he has escaped after coming to life, his fishing rod still visible in the painting next to the missing section which he has just vacated, signed Chokusai
1 1/8in (2.8cm) wide
Estimate:
US$ 3,000 - 5,000
£2,000 - 3,300
2,300 - 3,900
Category:
Asian Art
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