By Toshimasa, signed Toshimasa
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)

The immortal is seated on a naturalistically carved tree stump with his legs crossed and feet pointing in opposite directions holding a trident with numerous movable rings attached in one hand and an alms bowl, from which he can conjure a dragon, in the other. The rakan has a bald shimmering head and shows a sensitively delighted expression. He is wearing earrings, a necklace with hanging ornaments as well as a long flowing robe draped over one shoulder. Two-character signature TOSHIMASA on the flat circular base.

HEIGHT 13.5 cm

Condition: Natural age cracks, otherwise in completely original condition with no damage whatsoever. Good patina.
Provenance: Belgian private collection.

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