Early 19c Kyoto school netsuke SHISHI with ball
Updated August 6, 2026
| Lot number | 0230 |
| Estimate | $1,500 - $2,000 |
| Opening bid | $1,000 |
| Auction | Asian Antiques: Scrolls, Weaponry and More! |
| Date | August 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Jasper52 |
| Location | New York, New York |
Early 19th century Kyoto school netsuke of a seated shishi (Buddhist lion) hugging a large ball. Strong early piece, wonderful ferocious face, powerful oversized paws with beautifully defined claws,
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