An ivory netsuke of the young monk Sesshû. Late 19th century - image-1

Lot 1012 Dα

An ivory netsuke of the young monk Sesshû. Late 19th century

Auction 1072 - overview Cologne
11.06.2016, 11:00 - Japanese Art and Antiques
Estimate: 1.800 € - 2.000 €
Result: 1.736 € (incl. premium)

An ivory netsuke of the young monk Sesshû. Late 19th century

An ivory netsuke of the young monk Sesshû, tied to a pine tree and three rats gnawing at the rope in order to free him. Signed Gyokushû. The eye pupils of the rats of black glass. Late 19th century.
Height 4 cm