Trust

This netsuke represents an oni (a mythological Japanese demon) feeding a bird with seed in his hand but the question is left unanswered – is he benevolent or evil? Is he being kind or will his demon tendencies get the better of him?

Artist:

Leigh Sloggett

Material:

Boxwood

Category:

Mythological

Netsuke Type:

Katabori

Dimensions:

42.5mm

Created:

2004