A Japanese Shinto sculpture of a guardian, 17th century

A Japanese Shinto sculpture of a guardian, 17th century

carved and of jointed construction, the seated figure with one leg drawn up, clad in a courtier's hunting attire, with fierce expression and open mouth, the left hand holding his accoutrement, now lost. height 35 in., 99 cm. Estimate 2,500—3,500 USD

Sotheby's. Chinese Works of Art. 17 Mar 09.New York www.sothebys.com Photo courtesy Sotheby's