AN AMUSING IVORY NETSUKE OF A TIGER CUB ON BAMBOO Unsigned Japan, Kansai region, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The tiger cub with precisely carved fur still appears more like a house cat due to its small size, its eyes amusingly wide opened. The take (bamboo) is part of the stalk, polished smooth and almost white, serving as a fine contrast to the tiger. The body’s curvature shows a good appreciation of movement by the artist. Himotoshi through the bamboo stalk. LENGTH 3.8 cm Condition: Very good, complete condition. One minor age crack through above the elbow of the tiger, minor surface scratches. Provenance: British private collection, acquired at Bonhams, Fine Japanese Art, 9 November 2017, London, lot 28 (1.625 GBP).