A FINE KYOTO SCHOOL WOOD NETSUKE OF A RECUMBENT GOAT Unsigned Japan, Kyoto, early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The recumbent animal with the legs drawn in, its shaggy coat falling in heavy tresses over its body, the pupils inlaid in dark horn. The underside with two large and asymmetrical himotoshi. LENGTH 4.7 cm Condition: Very good condition with minor wear, few small nicks, and a fine, dark patina. The signature to the underside was obscured at some point in time. Provenance: European collection. Auction comparison: Compare the manner of the fur to a goat by Tomotada, sold by Bonhams, The Julius and Arlette Katchen Collection of Fine Netsuke Part II, 10 May 2017, London, lot 91 (sold for 13,750 GBP).