A Boxwood Netsuke of a Chestnut, Finely Carved & Signed by Masanao, Edo Period, mid 19th C., Japan

Lot #431 - A Boxwood Netsuke of a Chestnut, Finely Carved & Signed by Masanao, Edo Period, mid 19th C., Japan

Auction House:

Theodore Bruce
Sale Name:

The Eclectic Collection of a Sydney Gent - Day 2
Sale Date:

16 Jun 2019 ~ 11am (AEST)
Lot #:

431
Lot Description:

A Boxwood Netsuke of a Chestnut, Finely Carved & Signed by Masanao, Edo Period, mid 19th C., Japan
L 4.5 cm H 3.7 cm
Notes:

The line originated with Masanao I (1815-90), although there were four Masanao generations. The Masanao craftsmen worked almost exclusively in wood, especially boxwood.
Estimate:

A$200 - 300
Realised Price:

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Category:

Oriental

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