A FINE WOOD NETSUKE OF A SHISHIMAI DANCER Japan, Edo (Tokyo), mid-19^th century, Edo period (1615-1868)

Depicting a seated boy wearing a festive Shishimai mask, the open mouth revealing his face, showing finely executed facial features and inlaid eyes. The underside shows crossed legs and the himotoshi.

HEIGHT 3.4 cm

Condition: Good condition, the backside shows a small, drilled perforation.
Provenance: German private collection.