By Shuosai Hidemasa I, signed Hidemasa 秀正 Japan, Osaka, first half of 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) A spirited and characterful carving of Shoki, the famous Chinese demon queller, executed in the typical style of Hidemasa. The demon hunter’s expression is marked with gleeful anticipation as he unsheathes his ken (straight sword), one hand still firmly gripping the sheath. His well-detailed robe is adorned with typical scrolling patterns and the large hat has an inlaid dark horn finial at the highest point. Himotoshi through the back and the signature HIDEMASA within a wavy reserve. HEIGHT 4.8 cm Condition: A small section of the hat with a restoration and a tiny chip to the edge of the sheath and larger himotoshi. Age cracks. Good condition. Provenance: Ex- collection Kati and Marc Wilwers, Luxembourg. Auction comparison: A similar netsuke of Shoki with oni by Hidemasa was sold at Eldred’s, Japanese Art at Auction, 25 August 2009, East Dennis, MA, lot 7 (hammer price 2,300 USD).
By Shuosai Hidemasa I, signed Hidemasa 秀正 Japan, Osaka, first half of 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) A spirited and characterful carving of Shoki, the famous Chinese demon queller, executed in the typical style of Hidemasa. The demon hunter’s expression is marked with gleeful anticipation as he unsheathes his ken (straight sword), one hand still firmly gripping the sheath. His well-detailed robe is adorned with typical scrolling patterns and the large hat has an inlaid dark horn finial at the highest point. Himotoshi through the back and the signature HIDEMASA within a wavy reserve. HEIGHT 4.8 cm Condition: A small section of the hat with a restoration and a tiny chip to the edge of the sheath and larger himotoshi. Age cracks. Good condition. Provenance: Ex- collection Kati and Marc Wilwers, Luxembourg. Auction comparison: A similar netsuke of Shoki with oni by Hidemasa was sold at Eldred’s, Japanese Art at Auction, 25 August 2009, East Dennis, MA, lot 7 (hammer price 2,300 USD).
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