A FINE KURUMI (WALNUT) NETSUKE WITH CELESTIAL DRAGON

A FINE KURUMI (WALNUT) NETSUKE WITH CELESTIAL DRAGON
Unsigned
Japan, 19
th
century, Edo period (1615-1868)
Of natural shape, the front finely carved with a celestial dragon emerging from billowing clouds, the back left uncarved save for the two himotoshi. Beautiful, dark brown patina.
HEIGHT 4.5 cm
Condition: Good condition with typical natural 'flaws' to the material. A chip to one himotoshi.
Auction comparison:
Compare a related kurumi netsuke with dragon design at Zacke, Fine Japanese Art, 27 May 2022, Vienna, lot 278 (
sold for EUR 2,781
).