A FINE NETSUKE OF A CLUSTER OF HAMAGURI CLAMS Unsigned Japan, probably Iwashiro, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) Finely carved as a sensual group of five hamaguri clams. The surface of each with deeply incised concentric ribbing and the lip-like bulges at the ends are inlaid in lustrous stained bone. Natural himotoshi through the opening between the clams. LENGTH 3.8 cm Condition: Very good condition, minor surface wear. Provenance: Ex-collection Carlo Monzino, sold at Sotheby's, 21 June 1995, London, lot 208, purchased by Barry Davies. Ex-collection Teddy Hahn, Darmstadt, acquired from the above.