A wood netsuke of a rat
By Sukekazu (Ryoichi), Takayama, Hida Province, Meiji era (1868-1912), late 19th centurySeated and leaning forward while eating one of two acorns, its tail trailing beneath, one foreleg forming the himotoshi, the eyes inlaid; signed in a rounded rectangular reserve Sukekazu. 4.3cm (1 5/8in).