Shishi with ball - Ivory - Edo Period (1600-1868)
05
days
12
hours
12
minutes
50
seconds
Starting bid
€ 1
Reserve price not met
Expert
Selected by Giovanni Bottero
Holds a master’s in Japanese art history with over 10 years’ expertise in Asian art.
Estimate € 1,100 - € 1,300
No bids placed
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 140963 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Description from the seller
Ivory Shishi netsuke on a ball – Edo Period (18th–19th centuries)
Exceptional Japanese ivory netsuke carved to depict a shishi (guardian lion) seated, showing its teeth and with its front paws protectively resting on a large ball.
Details of the piece:
Carving and expression: The shishi features an elaborate engraving in the thick mane and curled tail, with pupils inlaid in dark horn. The base features two himotoshi, the larger one generously excavated to house the knot of the cord.
Patina and condition: It has a fine, warm honey-toned patina. It is in good overall condition, with minor wear and fine aging cracks (himi) typical of its era.
Dimensions: Height 4.4 cm.
CITES Documentation: A copy of the CITES certificate originally provided by the auction house Galerie Zacke will be attached to the sale (the physical copy sent by them is provided, not the original certificate).
IMPORTANT NOTE: the CITES certificate is only valid for the holder listed in box 1.
Shipment can only be made to EU countries. The certificate is only valid for sale within EU countries.
Ivory Shishi netsuke on a ball – Edo Period (18th–19th centuries)
Exceptional Japanese ivory netsuke carved to depict a shishi (guardian lion) seated, showing its teeth and with its front paws protectively resting on a large ball.
Details of the piece:
Carving and expression: The shishi features an elaborate engraving in the thick mane and curled tail, with pupils inlaid in dark horn. The base features two himotoshi, the larger one generously excavated to house the knot of the cord.
Patina and condition: It has a fine, warm honey-toned patina. It is in good overall condition, with minor wear and fine aging cracks (himi) typical of its era.
Dimensions: Height 4.4 cm.
CITES Documentation: A copy of the CITES certificate originally provided by the auction house Galerie Zacke will be attached to the sale (the physical copy sent by them is provided, not the original certificate).
IMPORTANT NOTE: the CITES certificate is only valid for the holder listed in box 1.
Shipment can only be made to EU countries. The certificate is only valid for sale within EU countries.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Edo Period (1600-1868)
Material
Ivory
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Shishi with ball
Height
4.4 cm
Provenance
Auction house
Authenticity
Original/official
Sold by
Disclaimer
Bidders need to be aware that several countries do not allow importing objects derived from endangered and other protected species, even if a certificate of origin is provided. By bidding, you confirm that you have familiarised yourself with customs laws and regulations of your own country.
Bidders need to be aware that several countries do not allow importing objects derived from endangered and other protected species, even if a certificate of origin is provided. By bidding, you confirm that you have familiarised yourself with customs laws and regulations of your own country.
