AN IVORY NETSUKE OF A BIJIN WITH PUPPY AND TWO BOY…AN IVORY NETSUKE OF A BIJIN WITH PUPPY AND TWO BOYSUnsigned, ivory netsukeJapan, Edo/Tokyo, mid to late 19th centuryA bijin (beautiful lady) is standing and holding a young child. A small puppy extending a greeting is carved next to her, as well as another small child holding beads. Finely carved and attractively stained. The robes are beautifully adorned with various patterns and maple leaves. Small himotoshi in the back.HEIGHT 5.5 cmProvenance: British private collection.Condition: Excellent condition.