A boxwood netsuke of a wolf with a hamaguri-clam, by Tomotada. 18th century - image-1

Lot 346 Rα

A boxwood netsuke of a wolf with a hamaguri-clam, by Tomotada. 18th century

Auction 1157 - overview Cologne
27.06.2020, 11:00 - Asian Art
Estimate: 8.500 € - 9.500 €

A boxwood netsuke of a wolf with a hamaguri-clam, by Tomotada. 18th century

Placing its right front paw on the closed clam, the emaciated mountain dog (yamainu) bends forward with its mouth open to reveal sharp fangs. The widened eyes inlaid with horn and ivory. Worn. Signed to the underside of the left hind leg Tomotada in a rectangular reserve. Chipped.
Heigt 3.4 cm