An ivory netsuke of a minogame inside a chrysanthemum. Second half 19th century - image-1

Lot 606 Dα

An ivory netsuke of a minogame inside a chrysanthemum. Second half 19th century

Auction 1092 - overview Cologne
09.06.2017, 18:00 - Netsuke and Sagemono
Estimate: 300 € - 400 €
Result: 496 € (incl. premium)

An ivory netsuke of a minogame inside a chrysanthemum. Second half 19th century

The flower opens to reveal a small minogame supporting a rock with three jewels on its back, alluding to Mount Hôrai. The outside embellished with chrysanthemum sprays and butterflies in Shibayama-type inlays including metals.
Height 2.3 cm