Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke | Hotei and Daikoku | signed Williamsburg Issued to Commemorate the Centenary

Issued to Commemorate the Centenary 1904 - 2004 (so it isn't a particularly old piece)

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Royal Doulton miniature figure Captain Cuttle M77

5cm tall (3 ¾ inches)

Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke | Hotei and Daikoku | signed Williamsburg Issued to Commemorate the CentenaryJapanese Carved Ivory Netsuke Hotei and Daikoku In Japanese culture Hotei and Daikoku are two of the seven gods of good fortune, who originated in Buddhism and were adopted in Japan. They were a favourite subject of many netsuke carvers. Hotei and Daikoku are often linked to prosperity, health and appear wrestling, playing or delivering gifts. signed to base An exceptionally well carved piece with very fine facial detail, even down to eyebrows