LOT 0208 A RARE STAG ANTLER NETSUKE OF A FOX PRIEST
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A RARE STAG ANTLER NETSUKE OF A FOX PRIEST Unsigned Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868) An early stag antler figure depicting a kitsune (fox) disguised as a priest completely enveloped in its robe, only the characteristic long face with whiskers peeking out, and leaning on a cane, the hands certainly that of a human. The antler of an appealing color. Large himotoshi to the back. Carved from a hollow branch of stag antler, thus plugged at the top and bottom, the upper plug incised with a flower from which a leaf trails downwards. HEIGHT 7.7 cm Condition: Excellent, original condition. Provenance: Private collection Dover, USA.
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