Japanese Works of Art - 16 Nov 2023
A JAPANESE STAG ANTLER NETSUKE OF A SHISHI
A JAPANESE STAG ANTLER NETSUKE OF A SHISHI
MEIJI ERA, 19TH/20TH CENTURY
The lion dog is depicted seated on a rocky outcrop, baring its teeth and with its head turned to the side; its fox-like tail raised against its back and its mane curling behind the ears, 4.5cm.