By Somin, signed Somin and kakihan Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The first finely engraved in kebori and katakiribori with an image of Shoki and oni in the front. Signed to the reverse SOMIN and kakihan. The second finely engraved in kebori and katakiribori with an image of the lucky god Hotei with a child on his shoulders, both looking up and pointing at the crescent moon. Signed to the reverse within a section of gilt nekogaki- SOMIN and kakihan. LENGTH 9.6 & 9.8 cm WEIGHT 24 & 26 grams Condition: Good condition, minor discoloration and wear. Provenance: British collection, purchased from Sotheby’s, Japanese Works of Art, Prints & Paintings, 9 November 2006, London, lot 947 (part lot, purchased for 2.160 GBP).