Unno Shomin (1844-1915)

Late 19th century

A kagamibuta netsuke, the shibuichi plate engraved with a design of an ukiyo-e beauty, her head bowed in a reflective pose. The bowl of stag antler.

Inscribed: Shomin with additional inscription 豊國筆 (豊国筆) “Toyokuni hitsu” [After the print by Utagawa Toyokuni]

Diameter: 4.2cm

PROVENANCE:
HIH Princess Takamado collection