By Hakuosai, signed Hakuosai 白翁齋 Japan, Tokyo, Asakusa, second half of 19th century
The kiseruzutsu (pipe case) of senryuzutsu type, finely carved as the long-legged Ashinaga, his short stubby arms joined to encircle the pipe. His face is expressively carved with inlaid eyes of mother-of-pearl with pierced pupils. The cord attachment runs through a little carved loop to his side, just above the tobacco pouch which is attached to his obi. Signed in the back near the base within a raised reserve HAKUOSAI.
HEIGHT 21 cm
Condition: Excellent condition. Provenance: British collection.