Unsigned Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
One carved as Hotei with a karako at his side, with himotoshi to the underside and back, the other as three birds perched on a woven basket with a single himotoshi to the underside and many natural himotoshi.
HEIGHT 4 cm (Hotei and karako), Length 3.3 cm (birds on basket)
Condition: Very good condition with minor surface wear and natural age cracks. Both pieces with a beautiful patina and well worn. Provenance: European private collection.