NETSUKE. SEATED KIRIN WITH RAISED HEAD AND BAYING. IVORY.
18th c.

The most elegant of the four supranatural beasts with one horn; flaming joints and three long streaks and a bushy tail. The ivory is well carved and engraved with dark parts and a golden yellow to amber-coloured natural patina; the pupils inlaid black horn. H.11;7cm. Condition: A.

Please note that objects made of ivory; rhinoceros horn and turtle shell; due to Cites regulations can only sold within the European Community. At present the export in third countries is prohibited.Art trade; Van Ham.