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Six various netsukeEdo period (1615-1868) to Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryFive of ivory, the first a courtier holding a lantern over a boy's head, unsigned, 4cm (1 9/16in) long; the second a demon stealing Daikoku's mallet as he sleeps, signed Kyokusai, 5cm (2in) long; the third a fox spirit assisting famed swordsmith Munechika forge the sword 'Little Fox', signed Masanao, 4.4cm (1¾in) high; the fourth Raijin making a large drum with his son Raitaro, unsigned, 4cm (1 9/16in) long; the fifth an elderly couple with a tall mortar and pestle full of money, possibly signed Gyokushu, 4.6cm (1 13/16in) high; the sixth stag-antler of an Immortal wrapped in leaves and holding his beard, unsigned, 8cm (3 1/8in) high. (6).Footnotes:Provenance:The first to fourth: purchased at Bonhams, London, 5 November 2009, lot 148.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Two ivory figure netsukeEdo period (1615-1868) to Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryThe first a snow-covered Moso, one of the Twenty-Four Filial Exemplars, leaning forward to tie up two bamboo shoots to take to his ailing mother in the depths of winter, unsigned, 3.8cm (1½in) long; the second Asahina Saburo crouching underneath an ox, looking out for his enemy, the ox's eyes double-inlaid, signed in an oval reserve Ranko, 3.2cm (1¼in) long. (2).Footnotes:Provenance:The first: purchased at Bonhams, London, 17 May 2012, lot 65.The second: Sheila M. Baker Collection.Purchased at Bonhams, London, 16 May 2013, lot 91.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Four ivory figure netsukeEdo period (1615-1868) to Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryThe first of okimono-style depicting two wrestling demons, a club resting beside them, the eyes inlaid, signed Gyokukazu, 5cm (2in) long; the second Raijin and his son Raitaro making a large drum, the drum studs inlaid, unsigned, 2.9cm (1 1/8in) long; the third three demons puzzled by an oversized pipe case, tobacco pouch, and netsuke, unsigned, 2.9cm (1 1/8in) long; the fourth a bathing demon being scrubbed down by an attendant, his wife bringing more water, signed Gyokushu, 2.7cm (1 1/16in) long. (4).Footnotes:Provenance:The second: purchased at Barry Davies Oriental Art, London, September 1989.The third: purchased at Barry Davies Oriental Art, London, December 1987.The fourth: purchased at Sotheby's, London, 8 April 1998, lot 644 (part lot).Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Two ivory netsuke of Shoki the Demon-queller and demonsEdo period (1615-1868) or Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryThe first Shoki tightly holding a struggling demon and broadsword, the eyes inlaid, signed Chikusai, 6.6cm (2 5/8in) high; the second Shoki pinning down a demon at his feet, bearing a fierce expression, holding his sword with the blade pointing behind, the demon's right leg helplessly extending behind, signed [...]getsu, 4.2cm (1 11/16in) high. (2).Footnotes:Provenance:The first: purchased at Bonhams, London, 12 November 2008, lot 433.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Two ivory netsuke of demons on lotus leavesEdo period (1615-1868) or Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryThe first a demon and a priest kneeling on an upturned, partially bug-eaten lotus leaf, facing each other while hand-wrestling, signed Gyokuyo, 4.1cm (1 5/8in) long; the second two demons peering at a catfish through a tear on an upturned lotus leaf, one demon grasping the fishing line the catfish is caught on, unsigned, 5cm (2in) long. (2).Footnotes:Provenance:The first: purchased at Sotheby's, London, 15 November 2001, lot 141 (part lot).The second: purchased at Sotheby's, London, 11 November 2003, lot 282A.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Three ivory figure netsukeEdo period (1615-1868) to Meiji era (1868-1912), 18th to 19th centuryThe first Raijin leaning against his drum, Fujin leaning over his shoulder with his bag of wind around his neck, signed Masanobu, 3.6cm (1 7/16in) long; the second a hungry spirit sprawled on a large lotus leaf with a ladle, signed Masakazu, 4.7cm (1 7/8in) long; the third a demon carrying a battered straw hat behind his back, another demon cowering beneath him, unsigned, 4cm (1 9/16in) high. (3).Footnotes:Provenance:The first: purchased at Bonhams, London, 13 May 2008, lot 368.The second: purchased at Bonhams, London, 7 November 2013, lot 34.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Four ivory figure netsukeEdo period (1615-1868) to Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryThe first the hero Momotaro beating a demon on the ground, signed Munekazu, 3.5cm (1 3/8in) long; the second a Nio guardian pressing down on a rice cake, signed Gyokkosai, 3.8cm (1½in) high; the third Hanasaka Jijii standing with his dog by his side, signed Shounsai, 4.1cm (1 5/8in) high; the fourth the Immortal Bukan seated with a tiger, signed Tomochika, 3.4cm (1 3/8in) high. (4).Footnotes:Provenance:The second, third, and fourth: purchased at Bonhams, London, 11 May 2010, lot 181.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Three ivory figure netsukeEdo period (1615-1868) to Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryTwo of okimono-style; the first a group of men attempting to restrain a rearing horse, signed Rei[...], 5cm (2in) high; the second a procession comprising Shoki the Demon-queller, Raijin, Fujin, and another demon, signed Masaaki, 4.2cm (1 5/8in) high; the third a bathing priest with two demons, one scrubbing his back, unsigned, 4cm (1 9/16in) long. (3).Footnotes:Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Six various netsukeEdo period (1615-1868) to Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryThe first ivory of the Chinese official and calligrapher So Toba (Chinese: Su Dongpo) on his rearing mule, unsigned, 4.8cm (1 7/8in) long; the second ivory of Hotei and two Chinese boys, signed Masamitsu, 3.8cm (1½in) long; the third ivory of manju form with a dragon amidst clouds, unsigned, 4.4cm (1¾in) high; the fourth ivory of okimono style with the Seven Gods of Good Fortune, signed Ryukosai, 4.4cm (1¾in) long; the fifth lacquered wood of a dancing man holding a fan, unsigned, 5cm (2in) high; the sixth stag-antler of Daikoku the God of Wealth, unsigned, 5.5cm (2 3/16in) high. (6).Footnotes:Provenance:Purchased at Bonhams, 10 November 2011, lot 54 (part lot).Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Two ivory figure netsukeEdo period (1615-1868) to Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryThe first two demons climbing on top of an oversized and elaborately decorated pipe case and tobacco pouch, unsigned, 5.5cm (2 3/16in) long; the second of okimono-style with three demons dressed as warriors, one having fallen backwards and another wielding a hoe, signed Ten, 5.4cm (2 1/8in) long. (2).Footnotes:Provenance:The second: purchased at Sotheby's, London, 8 April 1998, lot 644 (part lot).Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Four ivory figure netsukeEdo period (1615-1868) to Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryThe first a priest shaving the head of an obeisant demon, signed Shokyusai, 3.9cm (1½in) high; the second a demon leaning over a partially buried pot with a hoe, signed Mitsumasa, 3.7cm (1 7/16in) long; the third Enma-o seated with a demon at his side, signed Hounsai, 3.9cm (1½in) high; the fourth a horse-mounted warrior looking over his shoulder, signed Minkoku, 4.7cm (1 7/8in) long. (4).Footnotes:Provenance:The third: purchased at Sotheby's, London, 19 November 1998, lot 459 (part lot).The fourth: purchased at Sotheby's, London, 11 November 2004, lot 1331 (part lot).Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Two ivory netsukeEdo period (1615-1868) to Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryThe first Shoki the Demon-queller emerging from a partially unrolled hanging scroll painting, pursuing a small demon shown on the reverse making off with a small stupa, the roller ends of wood, signed Shuosai with two seals, 4.4cm (1¾in) long; the second a demon polishing a large bell, the bell with a loose ball inside, the eyes inlaid, signed Tomomasa, 3.7cm (1½in) high. (2).Footnotes:Provenance:The second: purchased at Sotheby's, London, 10 March 1988, lot 84 (part lot).Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Four various netsuke and an ivory cord fastenerOne by Kono Ryumin and Asama Tenmin, Edo period (1615-1868) to Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryThe first a kagamibuta with an ivory bowl, the shibuichi plate inlaid with Enma-o admiring the image of a beauty, signed Ryumin with a kao for the plate and Tenmin o (Old man Tenmin) with a kao for the inlay, 4.2cm (1 5/8in) diam.; the second an ivory smiling demon mask, signed Masayuki, 4.5cm (1½in) high; the third an ivory Noh mask of Beshimi ('Clamped Mouth'), signed Tanaka, 4cm (1 9/16in) high; the fourth a lacquered wood Noh mask of Hannya, unsigned, 4cm (1 9/16in) high; the cord fastener in the form of a naturalistically rendered skull, unsigned, 1.5cm (9/16in) high. (5).Footnotes:Provenance:The first: Edward Wrangham Collection.Purchased at Bonhams, London, 9 November 2010, lot 154.The fifth: purchased at Sotheby's, London, 10 March 1988, lot 84 (part lot).Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Two ivory figure netsukeEdo period (1615-1868), 18th to early/mid 19th centuryThe first a seated demon grimacing and grasping his bent right leg, the details inlaid, unsigned, 3.9cm (1½in) high; the second a demon crouched over a seal in the form of a large stylised auspicious character, paying penance by polishing the surface, signed Kotei, 3.8cm (1½in) long. (2).Footnotes:Provenance:The second: purchased at Sotheby's, London, 19 November 1998, lot 459 (part lot).Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

An ivory netsuke of a rat and bean podBy Masatami, Edo period (1615-1868) or Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryThe rat with its little forepaws resting atop the flat bean pod, its tail curling around its body forming a compact composition, the eyes inlaid; signed in a square reserve Masatami. 4.1cm (1 5/8in) long.Footnotes:Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

An ivory netsuke of a tigerEdo period (1615-1868), early/mid 19th centuryThe tiger seated, turning to the right to look behind, its legs drawn in for compactness, its long tail passing forward, snaking over its back, the eyes inlaid; unsigned. 3.6cm (1 3/8in) long.Footnotes:Provenance:Purchased at Christie's, London, 16 May 2012, lot 70.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

An ivory netsuke of a hareMeiji era (1868-1912), late 19th centuryThe hare seated with its head raised in an alert expression looking slightly to its right, the eyes inlaid; unsigned. 3.5cm (1 3/8in) long.Footnotes:Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

An ivory netsuke of a monkey and young with a persimmonAttributed to Masatami, Edo period (1615-1868) or Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryThe parent seated, holding a magnifying glass to inspect a beetle crawling over a large persimmon, the infant monkey clambering on the parent's back and crying out, the eyes inlaid; unsigned. 3.9cm (1½in) high.Footnotes:Provenance:Princess Elisabeth von Anhalt and Princess of Hessen (1861-1955) Collection.Purchased from Herbert Hohenadl, Holzkirchen, September 2012.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

An ivory netsuke of a pair of quails on milletEdo period (1615-1868) or Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryFacing opposite directions, the pair seated side by side on two large millet heads with long leaves, one of which forms the cord holes, the eyes inlaid; inscribed on a leaf Shichijuhachi-o Okatomo (Okatomo, an old man of 78 years). 3.6cm (1 7/16in) long.Footnotes:Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

An ivory netsuke of a stylised sparrowAfter Masanao of Kyoto, Edo period (1615-1868), early 19th centuryThe sparrow of typical form, its chubby body with short stubby wings and erect tail, its feet carved in low relief beneath, the eyes inlaid; inscribed Masanao. 5.7cm (2¾in) long.Footnotes:Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Three various animal netsukeEdo period (1615-1868) to Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th/early 20th centuryThe first marine ivory of a chubby puppy, tearing off a strap of a straw sandal with its teeth, the eyes inlaid, signed in a leaf-shaped reserve Tadachika, 3.2cm (1¼in) long; the second ivory of a collared cat, curling around a clam with a rope in its mouth, the eyes inlaid, unsigned, 3.6cm (1 3/8in) long; the third ivory of a recumbent ox, a rope halter running through its nose and trailing across its back, the eyes inlaid, inscribed in a raised oval reserve Tomotada, 5.7cm (2¼in) long. (3).Footnotes:Provenance:The second: purchased at Bonhams, Edinburgh, 10 December 2010, lot 1035.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Two ivory kagamibuta netsukeMeiji era (1868-1912), late 19th/early 20th centuryBoth with an ivory bowl; the first with a silvered-metal plate with the founder of Zen Buddhism Daruma (Bodhidharma) in sunken relief, details in gilt metal, unsigned, 3.8cm (1½in) diam.; the second with a cast gilt metal plate with a goose in flight, unsigned, 3.6cm (1 3/8in) diam. (2).Footnotes:Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Two ivory figure netsukeEdo period (1615-1868) to Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th century/early 20th centuryThe first a fox priest transforming into human form, looking to the left while its human hands rest on a tall bamboo cane, unsigned, 6.8cm (2 11/16in) high; the second Shoki the Demon-queller, leaning over and pressing one foot down on the lid of a basin, trapping a demon inside, inscribed in an incised oval reserve Masakazu, 4.1cm (1 5/8in) long. (2).Footnotes:Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Two ivory netsukeEdo period (1615-1868) to Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryThe first a container in the form of a gourd, partially carved in sunken relief with a merchant carrying over his shoulder a bamboo cane suspended with tea whisks to sell, with a small dark wood stopper, inscribed Mitsuhiro with a seal Ohara, 4.1cm (1 5/8in) high; the second a peanut, its shell open to reveal a loose seed inside, the ivory partially stained, signed with a seal Kokusai, 4.6cm (1 13/16in) long. (2).Footnotes:Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A black-and-gold lacquer four-case inro (portable medicine case) with stag-antler netsukeEdo period (1615-1868) or Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th centuryThe black-lacquer ground decorated in gilt low relief with pine branches and arabesques, unsigned, 7.6cm (3in) high; the round pierced cord fastener of stag-antler; the netsuke stag-antler and of hollowed rectangular form, with pierced decoration of a Buddha's hand citron, unsigned, 3.1cm (1¼in) high.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

An ivory netsuke of a tigress and cubSchool of Tomotada, Kyoto, late 18th centuryThe mother seated, her head turned to the right, her tail passing over her right flank, one forepaw resting protectively on the back of her recumbent offspring, the whole powerfully rendered in well-patinated and slightly worn ivory, the eye inlaid; inscribed in a rectangular reserve Tomotada. 5.2cm (2in) long.Footnotes:Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y Ф ▲Y Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.▲ 'Bonhams' owns the 'Lot' either wholly or partially or may otherwise have an economic interest.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A shibayama-inlaid ivory stand and an ivory manju netsukeMeiji era (1868-1912), late 19th/early 20th centuryThe first a stand of rectangular form with a low shelf and rear panel, the front with a retractable brass holder, inlaid in typical Shibayama style on both sides and the rear panel with various plants, birds and insects, unsigned, 11.1cm x 6.9cm (4 3/8in x 2¾in); the second an ivory manju netsuke with a cockatoo leaning down on an ornamental stand, signed on the underside in a rectangular metal reserve Tounsai, 4.6cm (1 13/16in) diam. (2).Footnotes:Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA and China is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Four Oriental carved wooden netsuke, comprising mouse, 4cm high, rat holding a piece of fruit, 4.5cm high, coiled snake, 4cm high, and two boys conjoined, 5cm wide, each piece signed.

A bone Japanese carved and pierced double gourd netsuke, with screw top, the body with repeated circular incised designs, probably 19thC, 5cm high.

comprising four Shibayama napkin rings, depicting foliage, bamboo and birds, 5cm diam.; a netsuke of a Kinko riding a fish, signed, 4cm high; a netsuke of a bird with wings spread, 4cm wide; and an elephant skin tonkotsu (tobacco pouch) and kiseruzutsu (pipe case), with ivory and mixed metal toggle and clasp, pouch 12cm wide, pipe case 20cm long

FIVE SMALL JAPANESE IVORY NETSUKE AND A CHINESE IVORY THUMB RING (6)19th centuryThe netsuke comprising; Fukurokuju and an attendant; a group of two musicians; a boy leaning against a table with a puppy; Ebisu on a fish; a carp and lobster group signed Masayuki, largest 5.5cm length, thumb ring 2.8cm highBoy with puppy group- ivory disc at one end of the wooden barrel on the table lacking. Otherwise in overall good condition

A JAPANESE IVORY NETSUKE OF EBISUEdo period, 19th centuryCarved kneeling on a giant fish, signed Masayuki, 3.5cm lengthGood condition

FOUR JAPANESE IVORY NETSUKE (4)Edo/Meiji periodComprising; a seated emaciated man with shishi, 4cm high; a standing and seated figure, signed, 4cm high; a standing figure with an oni across his shoulder, signed, 5cm high; a netsuke of a shishi, 2.5cm highThe man seated beside the shishi has a polished chip to his right foot.There is a small nick to the group with the standing and seated figures

FOUR JAPANESE IVORY NETSUKE AND TWO OTHER CARVINGS (6)19th/20th centuryComprising; a mother with children, signed, 5cm high; a man with stork, 3.5cm high; a boy with chicken, 4cm high; a kagamibuta netsuke carved with scrolls, 4cm diameter; also an ivory figure of a boy holding a scroll, 5cm high and a small wood carving of Ebisu, 36cm highWoman and children- head of child on left lackingKagamibuta- broken in two and glued. Small chip. Inset disc lackingFigure of a standing boy- drilled hole to base.

A JAPANESE STAG ANTLER NETSUKE AND INRO,  the netsuke formed as a frog on a pond plant, the inro carved as a toad, with single compartment, inlaid signature tab. 9cm longCondition Report: - see images- in good condition

A collection of ivory and bone items18th century and later, to include a turned bone sand time, 8cm high, an ivory whist marker with finger pointer indicator 4.5cm diameter, a Chinese carved ivory chessman in the form of George III, a carved ivory okimono 11.5cm high etc (qty)Condition report: all with losses and damages, the okimono with significant loss, the stanhope lacking a lense, the sand timer requiring extensive restoration the netsuke (walrus ivory) split and stained and mounted to the parasol handle, the closed hand stick handle with splits and loses overall in poor order

A Japanese carved bone netsuke - village elder with basket at his feet

A Japanese carved bone netsuke - village elder carrying wares on his shoulder

A Japanese carved bone netsuke - village elder carrying a staff

A Japanese carved bone netsuke - village elder carrying fruit on his shoulder

A Japanese carved bone netsuke - village elder holding a scroll

A selection of Oriental collectables, to include carved netsuke, stone and metal mounted double gourd snuff bottle, magnifier and more

BOX OF MIXED ITEMS TO INCLUDE SMALL NETSUKE

An intricately carved boxwood netsuke of a Sumo wrestler on a ceremonial pose. Signed at the bottom (literally). Height: 4.5 cm.

Two Antique Japanese Ivory - Possibly Netsuke Trinket Boxes. 45 x 25mm and 55 x 35mm. A/F

A Netsuke Signed Zodiac Pendant Hand-Carved Wooden Ball.

An antique carved ivory netsuke

A Japanese Meiji period carved ivory netsuke of a rabbit or hare.

An unusual Japanese carved ivory okimono or netsuke of a crouching man.

An early 20th century Japanese carved bone netsuke, modelled as a standing figure, holding a mask, 4cm high, together with another taller (2)

A 19th Century Japanese Meiji period hand carved ivory netsuke / okimono in the form of a coiled snake. The snake with red eyes and head resting down having carved decoration to the skin. Set to a black slate plinth. Measures approx; 3.5cm.

A 19th Century Japanese Oriental Meiji period signed bronze okimono netsuke type figurine in the form of a mouse / rat holding corn. The figure having detailed features and long tail curling around leg. Signed to underside. Measures approx; 5cm.

A Japanese netsuke in the form of an octopus hammering a rock containing another octopus, together with a miniature carved hardstone model of a monkey

Four Japanese netsuke of men in various poses, one holding a staff, three signed, largest 4.5cm high

Four Japanese netsuke of men in various poses, one signed, four with fans, tallest holding a mask 4.5cm high

Large hand carved hardwood Netsuke in the form of Two Buddha’s, length 5.5cm x height 3cm

A Japanese erotic netsuke; a hardstone carved seal; an ivory cartouche pierced; small ivory okimono; resin okimono/metsuke

A Chinese carved hardwood netsuke, rat on fruit basket, mother-of-pearl inset signature, approx 4.5cm

A Japanese netsuke in the form of a snail on a mushroom along with a boxwood ojime formed as a coiled snake

Netsuke.: 4 Netsukes aus Elfenbein und Horn. 4,1 x 3,2 x 3 cm - 3 x 2,5 x 4,5 cm. R