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Lot 463 Dα

A boxwood netsuke of Yojô. Around 1800

Auction 1157 - overview Cologne
27.06.2020, 11:00 - Asian Art
Estimate: 240 € - 280 €
Result: 750 € (incl. premium)
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A boxwood netsuke of Yojô. Around 1800

Kneeling, cutting a cloak with the sword in his right hand. Fine and moving carving with remains of a dark staining.
Height 4 cm

A rare depiction of the Chinese warrior Yojô, who tried in vain to avenge the murder of his master. Before judging himself, he cut the cloak of his enemy with his sword, to fulfil his duty at least symbolically.

Provenance

Collection Walter L. Behrens, Manchester (1861 - 1913), sold at Glendining's, London, 1.12.1913
Estate of Albert Brockhaus (1855 - 1921),acquired 19.5.1914