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Lot 594 Dα

A two-part ivory manjû. Mid-19th century

Auction 1157 - overview Cologne
27.06.2020, 11:00 - Asian Art
Estimate: 600 € - 750 €
Result: 1.375 € (incl. premium)

A two-part ivory manjû. Mid-19th century

Domed and carved in bold relief with a kappa, looking confidant of victory, embracing a large cucumber with both arms. A gold-brownish patina to the underside. Signed Hôsei with one of his typical kakihan.
Diameter 4.3 cm

Provenance

Estate of Albert Brockhaus (1855 – 1921)