Antique Japanese Okimono Netsuke
Yamabushi
Traveling Priest with Mala
Unsigned. Circa: Meiji Period (1868-1912)
H 2.2 in.(5.6cm), W 1 in.(2.5cm), D 1 in.(2.5cm)
Condition: Shoes restorations otherwise very good.

Lively with movements, dimensional composition with a decisive simplicity, this forward bending traveling priest is stumbling ahead on a cane, with prayer beads and rice cake in hand, his face is radiating with joy of a faithful devotee, and the bold and intricate lines succeeded in defining his character of strength and dignity. Equally impressive is its small netsuke size, though without himotoshi. Despite such fine artistry, the carver has left no signature for this Buddhist inspirational piece.

-Private Collection-

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