SHODO, Japanese Contemporary Netsuke: HOTEI
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Directory: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Netsuke and Related: Pre 1960: Item # 1308804
Directory: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Netsuke and Related: Pre 1960: Item # 1308804
Please refer to our stock # 109 when inquiring.
$1,175.00
This an excellent hand-carved contemporary netsuke of a standing Hotei carrying his bag over his right shoulder. In his left hand he holds a Ruyi Scepter. Signed Shodo on a rectangular reserve on the bottom of the netsuke.
SHODO, the Go name of Hiroshi Asaoka, born in Tokyo in the year 1923 was a master of intricate detailed carvings, and quiet, serene designs, who studied under Shomin.
Netsuke measures 1.40 inches (3.5cm) in diameter, and 2.0 inches (5.ocm) tall. It is in outstanding condition.
