Japanese Ivory Netsuke Daikokuten artist signed
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Directory: Archives: Regional Art: Pre 1940: Item # 919812
Directory: Archives: Regional Art: Pre 1940: Item # 919812
Please refer to our stock # 289 when inquiring.
A Japanese carved Ivory netsuke of Daikokuten artist signed in very fine condition measuring 6 cemtimeters or 2.5 inches tall.
Daikoku
is variously considered to be the god of wealth, or of the household, particularly the kitchen. He is recognised by his wide face, smile, and a flat black hat. He is often portrayed holding a golden mallet called a Uchide Nokozuchi, otherwise known as a magic money mallet, and is seen seated on bales of rice, with mice nearby (mice signify plentiful food).