AN IVORY NETSUKE OF A SHISHI WITH PUPPYIvory netsuke. Japan, 18th centuryThe large lion dog shishi is snarling at the small puppy trying to climb on his back from behind. Both are lying on a bed of branches and foliage from the tree peony, the larger one with a loose ball in its mouth. Shishi in a peony grave symbolize a ruler’s power. An early piece, some honey brown patina – almost shriveled in some areas, strong himotoshi on the underside. Condition: Fine condition, minor age cracks Provenance: From a German private collectionSIZE 5.5 x 4.7 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