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Lot 365 ♣ - A199AS Asian Art: Japan, India, South-East Asia - Tuesday, 30. November 2021, 02.30 PM

A RYUSA NETSUKE OF A WASP ON A WHEEL.

Japan, 1st half of 19th c. Diameter 4.2 cm.
Ivory. Good himotoshi, fine patina.
This object contains material of endangered species and is subject to certain trade restrictions. Prospective buyers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import it into another country.


Provenance: Old Swiss private collection purchased in the 1950s and 1960s in Asia. Thence by descent to the grandchildren.


CHF 1 200 / 1 800 | (€ 1 240 / 1 860)

Sold for CHF 1 500 (including buyer’s premium)
All information is subject to change.