By Toyoyasu (1811-1883), Sasayama, Tanba Province, early 19th century The karasu (crow-beaked) tengu levering itself out of its egg, one large wing trailing over the cracked shell to its left, the slightly worn wood with a good patina, the eyes inlaid in pale translucent horn; signed Toyoyasu. 4cm (1 9/16in) high.