Wooden Netsuke representing an Oni demon mask.
Superb rendering of this carved oni with a ferocious expression, mouth wide open showing teeth and tongue.
Beautiful amber patina.
Very good condition despite a small crack on the back.
Unsigned.
Mi-Edo period Late 18th c.
Dim. 3.9cm.
(n.b. ex Italian private collection, acquired from Pierre-EricBecker, Cannes in 1997).
