#64 • Netsuke Figure Miniature Sculptures and Koro Toppers

Part of Professor's Collection Part Two: Asian Sculpture and Fine Objects (live auction by Blue Box Auction Gallery)

High bid $180.00

Status: Sold

Estimated Value: $100 - $500 Origin: Japan, 17th Century and 19th Century Medium: Wood, Bone, and Resin Dimension: 1x2.5in Condition: No visible signs of damage Description: Collection of six 17th century Netsuke miniature figures and Koro incense burner toppers or caps. Two of the figures are made of boxwood. One figure is squatted with a large hat and signed on the back. The second figure is walking holding a basket on his back. Four bone and resin Netsuke figures, the first piece is of a man in traditional wear holding a lantern and a flag, the piece is stamped on the bottom and the head moves from side to side. The second man holds a money bag while seated, the third man is lounging on his side holding a cup, and the last sculpture is of two older men with long beard in traditional ware.