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Lot 2124

A wood netsuke of a tengu hatchling
By Eisai, 19th century

20 March 2012, 13:00 EDT
New York

Sold for US$1,625 inc. premium

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A wood netsuke of a tengu hatchling

By Eisai, 19th century
The tengu shown breaking out of its egg, one arm pushing against the shell for leverage while the animal struggles to free itself, eyes inlaid in dark horn, signed Eisai 1 5/8in (4cm) wide

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Provenance: Previously sold Sotheby's, New York.

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