SHISHI - Japan - 19th century

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Giovanni Bottero
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Selected by Giovanni Bottero

Holds a master’s in Japanese art history with over 10 years’ expertise in Asian art.

Estimate  € 350 - € 450
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Description from the seller

The shishi is carved from red lacquer. On the underside there is a stamp that says: "You are free, you have nothing to do." The underlying meaning could be that women are a bit lazy.

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The shishi is carved from red lacquer. On the underside there is a stamp that says: "You are free, you have nothing to do." The underlying meaning could be that women are a bit lazy.

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Details

Dynastic Style/Period
19th century
Country of Origin
Japan
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
SHISHI
Provenance
Auction house
Authenticity
Original/official
Sold by
YW59
The NetherlandsVerified
187
Objects sold
1
Object in auction
70
Reviews
Private

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