A large wood okimono of a toad and young By Masanao, Ise, Yamada, Edo period (1615-1868), mid 19th century The adult squatting in typical attitude, its offspring clambering over her back, the wood of a good colour and the eyes inlaid; signed on the underside with carved characters Masanao with a kao. 13cm x 21cm (5 1/8in x 8¼in).