As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this comical Ivory Netsuke from the Meiji period 1868-1912 , circa 1890 , the Netsuke depicts the famous mythical long armed Fisherman Tenaga performing acrobatics upon a Drum , this incredibly well carved Netsuke is artist signed in red script beneath the Drum , the artist signature translates to read Gyokuyosai , an extremely accomplished carver from the latter part of the 19th century , an unusual and pleasing subject to add to your Netsuke or Japanese works of art collection .
Condition report:
Perfect original condition .
Approximate Sizes:
Height : 1.75″ 4.3 cm
Width: 0.75″ 2.2 cm
Depth: 1.1″ 2.7 cm
Free delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included in the price of this item, buyers outside the EU are fully responsible for the cost of any export licences that may be required .