Of otoshi-sutzu type and finely carved with a relief of Kan no Koso attacking a giant snake with his long sword. Kan no Koso is the Japanese name for Liu Bang, the founder and first emperor of the Han Dynasty, Emperor Gaozu of Han. With a metal loop for cord attachment.
LENGTH 20.7 cm
Condition: Very good condition with minor surface wear. Provenance: Ex-collection Jury Kolodotschko, purchased at Lempertz, 11 and 12 December 2009, Cologne, lot 802.