Antique
Japanese Carved Netsuke
Ebisu Catching
Big Fish
Sig: Masatsugu. Circa: Meiji,
1868-1911 Recorded:
Netsuke, A Comprehensive Study Based on the MT Hindson Collection by NK Davey
#1492 H 1.3 in.(3.3cm),
W 1.5 in.(4cm), D 1.25 in.(3cm) Condition: hairlines, usage worn!
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An exceptionally well
carved netsuke by an outstanding Meiji era artist. The design concept and the
technical mastery shown in the pruden simplicity of forms, and exact details with
ebullient expressiveness in the firmly carved figures-- Ebisu, is artfully portrayed
with portrait-quality features, he is seen crouching over a giant carp with tail
raised, and wrapping around him in a tactile and dynamic composition. The netsuke
is beautifully proportioned, well preserved natural material in light cream color.
Two himotoshi are on the bottom near the engraved signature: Masatsugu.
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