A wood netsuke depicting an eagle attacking Namazu

Kano Tomokazu, Gifu school, circa 1830

Signed in oval reserve: Tomokazu
Length: 4.8 cm 
 
The eagle depicted attacking Namazu, the giant catfish, biting him on the head while immobilizing him with its claws.
The eagle's eyes are inlaid in light horn, while Namazu's eyes are in black horn.
 

Price: 9,000 €

Inventory Nr: 2

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