Netsuke of Karako with a Fan
Datec.1880
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: ivory
DimensionsOverall: 1.2 x 4 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of Mr. & Mrs. Lewis and Ruth Sherman
Object number2007.016.033
DescriptionFlat circular netsuke with truncated edges has a bas relief carving of a man (karako) with a fan. There are incised details on the figure and an incised butterfly on the opposite side. There are two perforations (himotoshi) on the back.Status
Not on view
c.1780
1903
