Unsigned Japan, early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The ivory netsuke of a good caramel color and depicting a mischievous kappa with its foot stuck inside a hamaguri clam – a scene with some shunga overtones. Himotoshi through the base-like underside. The kappa’s eyes are inlaid in dark horn. LENGTH 5.6 cm Condition: Good condition, beautiful patina. Provenance: French private collection.