AN IVORY NETSUKE OF A MASK OF AN ONI AND OKAMEIvory netsuke. Japan, 19th centuryThe oni (demon) with small, sharp horns and fangs, bushy brows and large, flaming eyes with reticulated pupils. On the rear, the small face of Okame, also known as Uzume, a chubby-faced female deity who symbolizes gaiety and sensuality, with two bundles of straw next to her. Condition: Good condition, small chip on the inside Provenance: From a German private collectionHEIGHT 3.7 CMThis lot is subject to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora [CITES]. It may only be exported outside the European Union after an export permit in accordance with CITES has been granted by the Austrian authorities. Zacke Gallery cannot and does not guarantee that such export permit may or will be obtained, but will by order of the winning bidder, once and exclusively after the item in question has been paid in full, apply to obtain such a permit at a fixed administrative fee of €100,- per application (fee valid for 'Fine Netsuke, Sagemono & Okimono' auction only). This process usually takes 6 months, and most permits we have applied for, have been granted in the past. Our team is happy to assist you with any questions you may have regarding this process