An ivory two-part manjû of Hotei, by Sôrin. Mid-19th century - image-1

Lot 1148 Dα

An ivory two-part manjû of Hotei, by Sôrin. Mid-19th century

Auction 1053 - overview Cologne
05.06.2015, 14:00 - Japanese Art - Netsuke, Okimono, Lacquer and Sagemono, Sword Decoration
Estimate: 400 € - 600 €
Result: 496 € (incl. premium)

An ivory two-part manjû of Hotei, by Sôrin. Mid-19th century

Carved in sunken relief with a laughing Hotei holding a tama and a vivacious karako seated beside him reaching for the jewel, to the reverse Hotei’s bundle in katakiri engraving. Signed Sôrin with kaô.
Diameter 4.8 cm