AN IVORY NETSUKE OF A BATHING ONIAN IVORY NETSUKE OF A BATHING ONIUnsigned, ivory netsukeJapan, early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)A fine ivory netsuke depicting an oni with long hair, inlaid eyes and a menacing facial expression, seated inside a bucket filled with water. Finely carved details, very good patina with spots of honey-color and large himotoshi on the underside.HEIGHT 3.1 cmProvenance: The 40-Year Collection of a London Gentleman.Condition: One of the stands of the bucket is chipped, minor age cracks – otherwise good condition with fine and appealing patina.