Lot 195 , A Japanese ivory netsuke of a Samurai and a priest, signed Shunkosai, 19th century, 4.4cm

A Japanese ivory netsuke of a Samurai and a priest, signed Shunkosai, 19th century, 4.4cm

A Japanese ivory netsuke of a Samurai and a priest, signed Shunkosai, 19th century, three character signature, 4.4cm
Estimate £300-500

There is a small chip loss to two toes on the right foot of the standing figure of the samurai, there is minor wear and a creamy patina to the ivory consistent with age and use, otherwise in reasonable condition.


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