Okame Netsuke Ceramic Worshiped as both a god

Worshiped as both a god of war and a protector of the people

The crests possibly indicate the name of the donor or indicating the shrine from which it originated

it is a sacred Buddhist symbol believed to grant wishes

Kaoru Saito is mainly known for his mezzotints of sensitive female images and is one of the most successful mezzotint artists in Japan

shaped as much by necessity as by care

Okame Netsuke Ceramic Worshiped as both a godThe wooden mask netsuke is in the form of Okame. Okame is the goddess of mirth and is said to bring good luck. She is easily identifiable by her full cheeks and is often portrayed in a humorous manner. This large Netsuke is exceptionally carved with intricate details (note the teeth and contour of the face) and has developed a wonderful patina. With stand.