Lot 338 - A215AS Asian Art: Japan, India, South-East Asia, Islamic Art - Friday, 05. December 2025, 02.00 PM
A SASHI NETSUKE OF A ROTTING SNAKE GOURD WITH WASPS
Japan, 19th c. Length 14.5 cm.
Boar-tusk, the eyes are inlaid. A wasp has eaten its way into the flesh of the gourd with partially openwork leaves. A small insect can be seen in a small hole on the side. Nice, honey coloured patina. Signed Ikkei(?)sai.
Provenance: Swiss private collection from Southern Switzerland, second generation.
CHF 1 000 / 1 500 | (€ 1 030 / 1 550)
Sold for CHF 2 125 (including buyer's premium)