Netsuke of a Lion Dog (shishi) with a Ball

Artist Gyokuyo Mitsuhina (Japanese, 1781 - 1868)

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: ivory

DimensionsOverall: 2.8 x 2.2 x 3.5 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineGiven im Memory of John P. Nind by his Wife & Daughter

Object number1974.146.001

DescriptionMale Shishi has left paw on a globe. One hole on bottom goes through to space under dog. Black stain for toning.

Status

Not on view