* Ivory Okimono netsuke used as a box for red ink stamps.
It depicts a rooster on a taiko (war drum). Symbolizing the return of peace to Japan after centuries of civil war. 
It is signed Meikeisaï Hojitsu. 
Considered one of Edo's finest sculptors in his day, he was greatly influenced by the paintings of Hanabusa Icho.
Japan 19th century
H. 5.5 cm - L. 3.7 cm 
P.N. 31,1 g

N°CIC : FR2307517176-K
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Lot no. 165

* Ivory Okimono netsuke used as a box for red ink stamps. It depicts a rooster on a taiko (war drum). Symbolizing the return of peace to Japan after centuries of civil war. It is signed Meikeisaï Hojitsu. Considered one of Edo's finest sculptors in his day, he was greatly influenced by the paintings of Hanabusa Icho. Japan 19th century H. 5.5 cm - L. 3.7 cm P.N. 31,1 g N°CIC : FR2307517176-K

Estimate
€250 - €350
Result
€330
Buyer's premium
30%
* Ivory Okimono netsuke used as a box for red ink stamps. It depicts a rooster on a taiko (war drum). Symbolizing the return of peace to Japan after centuries of civil war. It is signed Meikeisaï Hojitsu. Considered one of Edo's finest sculptors in his day, he was greatly influenced by the paintings of Hanabusa Icho. Japan 19th century H. 5.5 cm - L. 3.7 cm P.N. 31,1 g N°CIC : FR2307517176-K