An ivory two-part manjû of Fukurokuju on his way to the Yoshiwara, by Hôryû. Mid-19th century - image-1

Lot 798 D‡α

An ivory two-part manjû of Fukurokuju on his way to the Yoshiwara, by Hôryû. Mid-19th century

Auction 1061 - overview Cologne
05.12.2015, 11:00 - Asian Art III - Japanese Art incl. The Netsuke Collection of Kolodotschko IV
Estimate: 600 € - 800 €
Result: 1.364 € (incl. premium)
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An ivory two-part manjû of Fukurokuju on his way to the Yoshiwara, by Hôryû. Mid-19th century

Carved in sunken relief with Fukurokuju holding a lantern, a scarf wrapped around his cranium to conceal his head during his illicit trip to the licensed quarters. On the reverse a stag in engraving. Signed Hôryû with kaô.
Diameter 4.4 cm