The kiseruzutsu (pipe case) of senryu-zutsu type, carved from a hollow branch of stag antler, plugged on the underside. The surface is finely carved with a roaring Shishi leaning against a rock, amongst leafy flowering peonies. The Buddhist lion’s eyes are inlaid in gilt metal. The stag antler of a beautiful color with a fine patina.
HEIGHT 20 cm
Condition: Overall very good condition. One gilt eye of the Shishi has been replaced and the signature tablet has been lost and is now inlaid in plain metal. Provenance: Ex collection Jury Kolodotoschko, Munich, acquired from Sagemonoya gallery, Tokyo.