MASAKAZU: A FINE WOOD NETSUKE OF A RECUMBENT GOAT

MASAKAZU: A FINE WOOD NETSUKE OF A RECUMBENT GOAT
By Masakazu, signed Masakazu 正一
Japan, 19
th
century, Edo period (1615-1868)
Finely carved as a bulky goat with curved horns inlaid in buffalo horn and neatly incised fur, the eyes double inlaid in bone and pale reddish horn, the feet with distinctly chubby hooves tucked under the body for compactness. Signed underneath MASAKAZU - probably Minko school.
LENGTH 3.8 cm
Condition: Very good condition, minor surface wear and discoloration, few traces of use.