One by Masatomo, Edo period (1615-1868), mid-19th century The first a rat seated and bending over a large chestnut, its forepaws clutching it toward its chest, its long tail curling over its back, its pupils inlaid in dark horn, unsigned, 2.7cm x 3.6cm (1in x 1½in); the second an emaciated wolf, seated, snarling and holding down a tortoise with one forepaw, signed Masatomo within a rectangular reserve, 3cm x 4.7cm (1¼in x 1 7/8in). (2).