Massive Ivory Netsuke of Shishi with a pup
Circa 18th Century, Kyoto School, Unsigned H:1 3/4” - W:2”
According to legend, the shishi flings its newborn cubs down a mountain cliff to test strength.
Only those that climb back are reared.
Massive Ivory Netsuke of Shishi with a pup
Circa 18th Century, Kyoto School, Unsigned H:1 3/4” - W:2”
According to legend, the shishi flings its newborn cubs down a mountain cliff to test strength.
Only those that climb back are reared.