A boy or entertainer holding a folding fan (sensu) with willow branches above. Signed 直次 (Naoji / Naotsugu)

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A boy or entertainer holding a folding fan (sensu) with willow branches above.

Depicts a smiling male figure, possibly a festival performer, dancer, or one of the Seven Lucky Gods.

  • He holds an open fan, with stylized folds well incised.
  • Above him is a branch of a willow tree, with three small metal inlays representing leaves or hanging ornaments (a decorative detail in the Shibayama style).
  • The figure’s rounded face and cheerful expression suggest he is meant as a joyful or auspicious character.

Decoration style: The details are etched and inked for contrast (ukibori + staining technique), giving depth to shallow carving.

Material: Ivory

Dimensions: 5 cm

The period: Edo , 19th century

Signed 直次 (Naoji / Naotsugu)

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