TWO SNUG RABBITS - corozo nut - Japan - 19th century (Edo period)

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Two snug rabbits carved from corozo nut, dating to the 19th century Edo period in Japan, with eyes inlaid in dark horn (one eye inlay missing), authenticity original/official, provenance from an auction house ex-collection Raymond Bushell, in good condition.

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A pair of charming rabbits, seated next to each other, the long ears carved trailing down the back. Each with eyes inlaid in dark horn. One inlay to the eye is lost.
Provenance: ex-collection Raymond Bushell.

A pair of charming rabbits, seated next to each other, the long ears carved trailing down the back. Each with eyes inlaid in dark horn. One inlay to the eye is lost.
Provenance: ex-collection Raymond Bushell.

Details

Dynastic Style/Period
19th century (Edo period)
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
corozo nut
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
TWO SNUG RABBITS
Provenance
Auction house
Authenticity
Original/official
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Objects sold
Private

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