Lot 59B
East Asia, Japan, Meiji periods, ca. late 19th century CE. A carved boxwood netsuke depicting an oni, a nasty demon who in the Japanese tradition has a human shape. The two horns in evidence on top of his head are a clue to his identity. Oni represent all of the traits and emotions associated with human wrongdoing, and they are said to linger around evil people. Size: 1.5" W x 1.125" H (3.8 cm x 2.9 cm)
The netsuke is an example of the art of everyday objects. Netsuke are miniature or near miniature sculptures designed to be worn so that objects could be suspended from the traditional sash (obi) that wraps around the kimono. Netsuke were also used to carry purses, smoking accoutrements, and inro - "seal baskets" which held seals and medicines. With two perforations, netsuke were used as toggles to stop the cord on which those items were suspended.
Provenance: private Keck collection, Boulder, Colorado, USA
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- Condition: Small fissure on underside. Perforations are serviceable for suspension.
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