An unusual ivory netsuke of a cicada
Early 19th century
Resting, facing ahead and with its wings drawn in, forming a compact composition in slightly-worn and well-patinated ivory, the eyes inlaid, unsigned.
4.5cm (1¾in).
Resting, facing ahead and with its wings drawn in, forming a compact composition in slightly-worn and well-patinated ivory, the eyes inlaid, unsigned.
4.5cm (1¾in).
Sold for
£1,250
inc. premium
Footnotes
- 象牙彫根付 蝉 無銘 19世紀前期
Category: Asian Art / Japanese Art
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