A NEGORO LACQUER NETSUKE OF HOTEIUnsignedJapan, 18th-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Published: Atchley, Virginia / Davey, Neil (2006) The Virginia Atchley Collection of Japanese Miniature Arts, p. 102, no. N129.A simple, yet charming and attractively lacquered wood netsuke, executed in the negoro style, depicting an unusually slim Hotei holding an uchiwa, his treasure bag strapped around his back, and his well carved expression marked with joyous laughter. The himotoshi cleverly hidden behind the treasure bag.HEIGHT 4.2 cmCondition: Excellent condition with minor, mostly simulated wear. Provenance: Ex-collection Heinz and Eva Kaempfer. Ex-collection Virginia Atchley, CA.