19c Negoro lacquer netsuke SHISHI mask for Shishimai dance
Updated August 6, 2026
| Lot number | 0191 |
| Estimate | $350 - $400 |
| Opening bid | $220 |
| Auction | Asian Antiques: Scrolls, Weaponry and More! |
| Date | August 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Jasper52 |
| Location | New York, New York |
19th century lacquer on wood netsuke of a shishi (Buddhist lion) mask used in Shishimai dance. Very well carved, wonderful fierce expression, gold lacquer on eyes and teeth. The top is lacquered in
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