An ivory netsuke. 19th century Manju, signed Hakuosai. A very well carved and rare Manju netsuke with twelve juxtaposed Noh masks. Sumi (ink) hairwork and red lips. Hakuosai. Active 1830 - 43 was the foremost carver of this type of work. Ex Gilbertson collection. Diameter 4.3 cm