Japanese
A Well-Carved Japanese Ivory Netsuke of a Kirin, Edo Period, 18th to 19th Century
ivory
2 3/4 x 1 1/4 x 1 in, 7 x 3.2 x 2.5 cm
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000 CAD
Sold for: $6,250
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PROVENANCE
Private Collection, Vancouver Island
The mythical beast with a single-horned dragon head, scaly body, and hoofed feet seated on its haunches while gazing at the sky.
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