Lot #124: Carved Dragon Inkstone with Three Netsuke Figures

- Category: Inkstone / Ink slab and Netsuke (Japanese) The Chinese/Oriental dimensional dragon ink well pad made from resin. Solid inksticks made of pine soot or oil soot were rubbed against this stone along with a few drops of water to produce liquid ink; this is a reproduction. - three small carved figures/netsuke - the netsuke on far left (standing man) has been authenticated and is likely made of ivory or bone - the middle and one on the right are likely made out of resin and are reproduction The Japanese netsuke carvings often depicting figures from folklore or mythology, such as the god Jurojin. It is characterized by intricate hand-carved details, a long beard, and often holding a fan or walking stick.These figures are typically crafted from materials like ivory, bone, or wood, and may feature a signature on the bottom. In Japanese tradition, a netsuke was used as a fastener on a sash to hold small pouches - Condition: Good, intact with surface wear/scratches www.islandestatetransitions.ca Estate services for every transition. Pickup category timeslot {A}