Ɏ AN IVORY NETSUKE OF A COILED ONE-HORNED DRAGON

Ɏ AN IVORY NETSUKE OF A COILED ONE-HORNED DRAGON Unsigned Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The dragon’s sinuously winding body forming a closed manju-like composition with only the well-carved, single-horned head protruding. The ivory bearing a very good patina. Several possibilities for himotoshi through the openworked structure. LENGTH 4.5 cm Condition: Good condition with minor expected wear. A tiny repair to the edge of the chin. Beautiful, deep patina. Provenance: German private collection. Sold at Zacke, Fine Japanese Art, 4 June 2021, Vienna, lot 192. German private collection, acquired from the above. This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.