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Netsuke, F2012.74

Physical Description

Ivory netsuke. In the form of a dried fish. Elongated body, caudal, dorsal and ventral plus gill fins. Mouth open with rows of teeth depicted on upper and lower jaws. Perforated through gullet and one side. Several small holes and perforations as well. Unsigned.

Provenance

Locality:
Value assigned by British National Trust £150

Measurements

Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 22 x 110 x 11mm

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