By Shigekazu, signed Shigekazu Japan, mid-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
Finely carved as Hadesu holding down a frightened tiger, his sword drawn to his right and one knee pushing down on the tiger’s behind. Himotoshi through the underside and signed SHIGEKAZU within an oval reserve.
HEIGHT 3.7 cm
Condition: Very good condition, beautiful color and patina. Provenance: French private collection.