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Large
Antique Ivory Netsuke Tobacco Pouch
Dragon
Manju
Ashtray,
Silver Dragon Leather Pouch
Signature:
Unsigned. Circa: 18th-early 19th century
Netsuke: H 3 in.(7.5cm), W 3 in.(7.5cm), D 1.25 in.(3cm)
Pouch: H 4 in.(10cm), W 6 in.(15cm), D 2 in.(5cm)
Condition: pouch worn, netsuke excellent! Sold
to Private Collection | | Ivory
two halved Manju doubles as ashtray. Unusually large, a dragon emerges through
cloud cover over a turbulent sea etching. A worn tabakoire attached by a heavy
chain is complete with large silver dragon kanagu, the dragon positioned defensively,
as if guarding entrance to the pouch. Etching of persimmons decorate the ojime,
while three eyelets, visible from the inside of the pouch, continue to hold the
chain firm and tight. Perhaps one of the more unique features of this piece is
the dual purpose manju, easily splitting open to reveal an ashtray.
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