Dancer Japanese, 1950, dramatic [Noh] figure of [Oni] or devil in [itt?bori] style carving that leaves surface traces of the chisel blade, with artist signature carved in base, in signed [tomobako] with artist name [Shofu], box 10 x 7-1/2 x 6 in.. Condition: good condition. Notes: A pen note on the bottom from Prof. Bennett reads “Noh Dancer Doll Nara – June – 1950”. Please Note: Brunk Auctions provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, materials or any other feature of items being sold. No statement written or oral made by the auctioneer shall be deemed a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions or by any seller represented by Brunk Auctions. We are happy to provide additional photographs to aid in your decision. We do not give refunds.. Provenance: Collection of Prof. John W. Bennett; Collection of Commander USNR (Ret.) Wayne S. and Mrs. Lydia B. Shiver, Asheboro, North Carolina good condition