19th century, Modern, Post-War and Contemporary Art, Decorative Arts and Jewellery

Live Auction, 18 March 2019

Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art

Sold for

ZAR 13 656
Lot 159
  • An ivory netsuke of a fisherman with an octopus, 19th century


Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 10 000 - 12 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 13 656
Auction Catalogue

About this Item

An ivory netsuke of a fisherman with an octopus, 19th century
the standing figure grimacing and holding the tentacle of an octopus wrapped around his left leg, signed Nanka, 7 cm high

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