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Early 19c netsuke FOX as Buddhist nun browse these categories for related items... Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Netsuke and Related: Pre 1837 VR: Item # 1162617
Dmitry Levit Asian Art 3 Highland Park Cambridge, MA 02139 617-945-5920 Guest Book $950 |
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| Early 19th century decent size boxwood netsuke of a standing fox dressed as Buddhist nun, and leaning on a staff. Foxes in Japanese folklore are generally regarded as unfriendly creatures capable of turning into women and playing cruel tricks on humans. Very strong early piece, wonderfully captured tranquil facial expression, beautiful incised lines of the robe. Large himotoshi (cord holes) typical for the period, beautiful patina, very charming piece. Height 2 5/8 inches (67 mm). | ||
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