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A WOOD NETSUKE OF A MOUNTAIN MONK A WOOD NETSUKE OF A MOUNTAIN MONK Unsigned Japan, 19th century The monk straining under the weight of his heavy oi (monk’s backpack), hunched over, and leaning on a heavy stick for support. The face carved with a grim expression, likely annoyed at the long journey that awaits him. Himotoshi to the side and bottom of the oi. HEIGHT 5 cm Condition: Very good condition with minor surface wear and light scratches. Provenance: From the private collection of Armand Basi. A copy of the collector’s notes, no. 716, accompanies this lot. Armand Basi (1924-2009) was a Spanish businessman and fashion designer, co-founder of the fashion firm bearing his name. He was a Japanese art enthusiast and amassed a large collection of netsuke in his lifetime. In 1948, along with his brother Josep, Armand Basi founded a small knitting company inspired by their mother Mercé Sabi's knitted sweaters. By the end of the 1950s the business had expanded into a large textiles company, opening a factory on Balcells Street in Barcelona in 1958. In 1961–62, the Basis signed an exclusive contract with Lacoste to manufacture and distribute Lacoste products in Spain. In 1986, Basi launched his eponymous fashion brand, which produced accessories, perfume, jewelry and watches, as well as clothing in more than 400 stores across Spain, Europe, North America and Asia.

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A WOOD NETSUKE OF A MOUNTAIN MONK A WOOD NETSUKE OF A MOUNTAIN MONK Unsigned Japan, 19th century The monk straining under the weight of his heavy oi (monk’s backpack), hunched over, and leaning on a heavy stick for support. The face carved with a grim expression, likely annoyed at the long journey that awaits him. Himotoshi to the side and bottom of the oi. HEIGHT 5 cm Condition: Very good condition with minor surface wear and light scratches. Provenance: From the private collection of Armand Basi. A copy of the collector’s notes, no. 716, accompanies this lot. Armand Basi (1924-2009) was a Spanish businessman and fashion designer, co-founder of the fashion firm bearing his name. He was a Japanese art enthusiast and amassed a large collection of netsuke in his lifetime. In 1948, along with his brother Josep, Armand Basi founded a small knitting company inspired by their mother Mercé Sabi's knitted sweaters. By the end of the 1950s the business had expanded into a large textiles company, opening a factory on Balcells Street in Barcelona in 1958. In 1961–62, the Basis signed an exclusive contract with Lacoste to manufacture and distribute Lacoste products in Spain. In 1986, Basi launched his eponymous fashion brand, which produced accessories, perfume, jewelry and watches, as well as clothing in more than 400 stores across Spain, Europe, North America and Asia.

Estimate 300 - 600 EUR
Starting price 300 EUR

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For sale on Tuesday 03 Sep : 11:00 (CEST)
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Galerie Zacke
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