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Lot details Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868) An unusually large ivory netsuke of a snarling Shishi scratching his ear and holding an open-worked brocade ball with a small loose ball inside. The ivory is of a very good color with a fine patina. The lion dog has a wide opened mouth with sharp fangs, glaring eyes with inlaid pupils and a smooth reishi nose. The fur, bushy curls and flaming tail are all finely carved. Very large and irregular himotoshi on the underside. HEIGHT 4.3 cm, LENGTH 5 cm Condition: The nose has possibly been reattached with a crack visible on the inside of the mouth. Minor expected age cracks, generally in good condition. Provenance: Czech private collection. Trade Certificate: The trade certificate for the sale of this lot within the EU has been granted (permit number AT 23-B-0014).