A Wood and Ivory Netsuke**
Edo Period (19th century), with signature Minko and with kakihan (cursive monogram)
Of Kiyohime upon her transformation into a dragon-like monster encirling the bell of Dojoji Temple in which hides the priest Anchin whose face shows through an opening in the bell and appears red, blue or white by revolving the bell hanger; Kiyohime's eyes inlaid in brass
1 3/8in. (3.3cm.) high
A Wood and Ivory Netsuke**
Edo Period (19th century), with signature Minko and with kakihan (cursive monogram)
Of Kiyohime upon her transformation into a dragon-like monster encirling the bell of Dojoji Temple in which hides the priest Anchin whose face shows through an opening in the bell and appears red, blue or white by revolving the bell hanger; Kiyohime's eyes inlaid in brass
1 3/8in. (3.3cm.) high
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