Beschreibung:

By Masanao, signed Masanao Japan, Ise-Yamada, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) Depicting a shishi with a finely carved bushy mane, dynamically crafted curls and minutely incised hairwork. Both front paws are firmly placed on a brocade ball and its mouth is opened as if about to take a bite. The eyes are inlaid in dark horn and a loose ball is placed inside the open worked structure of the brocade ball. Signed MASANAO on a bridge on the underside, which functions as the cord attachment. HEIGHT 3.5 cm, LENGTH 4.8 cm Condition: Very good condition with associated surface wear. Provenance: Ex collection Jury Kolodotschko.