Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

Day 1: Important Asian Works of Art

Thu, Sep 15, 2016 10:00AM EDT - Fri, Sep 16, 2016 10:00AM EDT
Lot 120

Magnificent Ittobori Carved Wood Hotei

Estimate: $1,800 - $2,400

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Japanese, late Edo/early Meiji, household god with his bag of wealth and fan attributes, in fine detail with rich patina, in [Zelkova] wood by the netsuke carver Ippo as signed to the back, 8-1/2 x 7 x 5 in., [good condition]; along with a smaller wooden version shown asleep, 5 x 5 x 4 in., [small base chip], (two pieces). Condition: . Notes: 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, mater. Provenance: Collection of Commander USNR (Ret.) Wayne S. and Mrs. Lydia B. Shiver, Asheboro, North Carolina