Having a rather winsome look on his face, this boy crouches down on the back of a water buffalo who seems to be straining with the weight! This Japanese netsuke, in excellent condition, measures 1 3/4" long, 1 1/4" wide, and 1 1/2" high. There is a signature on the base.
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This highly detailed netsuke of a man with a child cleaning his ear is a treat for the senses. Patterned clothing, facial expressions, and attitudes are all clearly visible on the tiny netsuke measuring 1 1/4" high, and 1" wide. There is a signature clearly incised on the bottom of one of the men's feet. The condition is excellent. The piece likely dates from the early 20th Century.