Japanese Art Online Auction

April 2626, 2018
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LOT 52

Lot 52

An Ivory Netsuke of Toys, Meiji Period

An Ivory Netsuke of Toys, Meiji Period
Lot 52 Details
An Ivory Netsuke of Toys, Meiji Period

Decorated with a Hyottoko mask, a shishi head, a chonmage wig, a duck, and a drum
length 1.3 in — 3.4 cm

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

natural cracks due to age, in good condition

LOT 52
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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