A rare netsuke with extraordinary use of the antler material. The entire composition is shaped naturally like the section of the antler used. The cat is nestled up to a large fish, wrapped in leaves, and taking a bite at it. The scales of the fish are carved very well, and the large eyes are inlaid in dark horn. The fish has its mouth open, revealing the hollow section inside the antler, where on the other side, the hollow section is plugged with a white piece of bone or antler. The artist has managed to brilliantly incorporate this into his work, as it resembles one of the white spots of the piebald cat. Himotoshi through the back.

Category:

Netsuke

Subcategory:

-

Subject:

Animal

Material:

Antler

Age/Country:

19th Century

Artist:

-

Provenance/Owner:

Galerie Zacke

Signed:

unsigned

Type:

Katabori

Height:

57mm mm

Width:

65mm mm

Depth:

mm

ID number: