Set consisting of a single-piece okimono and two ivory netsuke, Japan, Edo and Meiji periods (1868–1912)

Set consisting of a single-piece okimono and two ivory netsuke, Japan, Edo and Meiji periods (1868–1912) - A Meiji-period okimono, carved in the round, depicting Gama Sennin balancing an enormous toad on his head with his hands. It is mounted on a pedestal, beneath which is a kakihan set in a square seal. The toad’s eyes are inlaid with brown horn. There is a small chip on a leaf resting on the toad’s back. One foot has been repaired. The oval pedestal is likely not original. Height: 13 c

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Asian art

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Paris

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H 13 cm