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netsuke
Carver: Unknown
Ivory, Ebisu is the protector of fisherman and merchants, he can be easily recognised by the court hat (Eboshi)and his fish. Here he tries to stop the large sea bream (Tai) moving away by leaning on top of the Tai. The eyes of Tai-fish are inlaid with wood.
History note: Unknown before donor
Given by Dr. Roy Hull
Method of acquisition: Given (2008-11-24) by Hull, Roy, Dr
19th Century, first half#
1800
CE
-
1850
CE
Fish Eyes composed of wood ( inlaid)
Accession number: O.268-2008
Primary reference Number: 190386
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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