OHARA MITSUHIRO - A fine netsuke of a Pigeon
Netsuke
$1,450
- Material
- Ivory - more than 200 years old
- Color
- Yellow
- Origin
- Japan
- Age / Period
- 1750-1825
- Dimensions
- 1.26" tall, 12.55" long, 0.80" wide
- Condition
- Excellent
Finely carving of a charming Pigeon resting on its characteristic true-to-form bird feet, just as shown in the book 'NETSUKE 100 Miniature Masterpieces from Japan', by Noriko Tsuchiya, that displays netsuke pieces from the The British Museum in London. Fine cohesive composition partly stained to enhance its form. Eyes inlaid with dark horn. The signature of MITSUHIRO 光廣 is intricately carved under the pigeon feet, as shown in the book's picture. Provenance: Bonhams
Ivory — please confirm before purchasing
This piece is offered as a genuine antique, over 100 years old, accompanied by documentation supporting its age. Ivory sales are legal under federal law only for items meeting this antique exemption, and several states — including California, New York, New Jersey, Hawaii, Oregon, and Washington — further restrict or prohibit ivory sales regardless of age. It is the buyer's responsibility to confirm that purchasing and receiving this item is legal in their own state before buying.