Attributed to Insai, unsignedJapan, late 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)A spirited carving depicting a sarumawashi with his well-carved monkey clambering over his shoulders. The wood bearing a good color with a rich, unctuous patina. Good, functional himotoshi through the back and underneath the robe. Unsigned, however confidently attributed to the 18th-century artist Insai.HEIGHT 8.2 cmCondition: Very good condition, minor age-related wear.Provenance: US private collection, Florida.5% VAT will be added to the hammer price additional to the buyer’s premium – only for buyers within the EU.