| Catalogue N°: |
88 |
| Title: |
Study of a Kappa |
| Description: |
Study of a Kappa. Legend: Kappa is an inhabitant of rivers. Its head ressembles that of a monkey and on the top has a cavity. Its round shape reminiscent of a monk’s tonsure. According to folklore this cavity must be filled with water, otherwise the kappa dies and looses his spell. The body of this strange creature is a combination of turtle and frog. The kappa is believed to be rather mischievous and in particular, very fond of young girls. |
| Signature: |
Ikko |
| School: |
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| Material: |
Boxwood |
| Time: |
19th C. |
| Measures: |
H 3,9 cm |
| Miscellaneous: |
Eyes inlaid. Snake and Cavity made of ivory. |
| Provenance: |
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| Price: |
SOLD |
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