The William Oates Jeffery Collection - Netsuke, Ojime, and other Ivory Objects

 Seated Samurai

dimensions:

1 3/4" high x 1 3/4" wide x 1 1/2" deep

Collected in Japan

  circa 1935

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19th century stained elephant Ivory Netsuke depicting a seated samurai warrior with sheathed sword in hand.  Figure is dressed in armor, with long bangs, traditional pony tail, and headband.  Samurai wears a determined expression, probably praying or meditating before battle.  Skilled carving with refined style. Excellent combination of flowing curves, smooth surfaces, and fine detail.

Signed hide-shu-sho-mitsu???-getsu, Best guess...Hogetsu, middle 19th century carver of wood and ivory.  Similar signature to "Sage with Bowl".

Excellent Condition.  Lovely golden yellow patina.

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