Vintage Japanese Two Face Rotating Demon Samurai Netsuke Signed Masatsugu Style For Sale

Unusual vintage Japanese-style two-face netsuke figurine featuring a rotating/revolving face mechanism.One side displays a calm human/samurai or Noh-theater style face. Rotate the head and the opposite side reveals a dramatic demon/oni-style face with teeth and an angry expression.The figure has long dark carved hair, highly detailed patterned robes, and holds accessories/weapons in its hands. The underside bears a rectangular character/signature mark. Google Lens interprets the mark as Masatsugi/Masatsugu, but I have not independently authenticated the signature or maker.Material is unknown. Similar figures are found in resin/synthetic material, bone and historically ivory. This piece is being sold without a claim as to the exact material, age, or authenticity of the signature.Very interesting Japanese netsuke / Noh / Kabuki / samurai / oni collectible with an unusual mechanical rotating-face feature.Condition: Vintage pre-owned condition with age-related wear, discoloration and surface marks visible in photographs. Rotating face mechanism operates. Please examine all photos closely as they are part of the description.Sold exactly as pictured.Item specificsType: Netsuke / miniature figurineSubject: Samurai / Noh actor / demon or OniFeature: Rotating two-face mechanismSignature: Character mark on base; appears to read Masatsugu/Masatsugi — unverifiedMaterial: UnknownColor: Cream/Ivory-tone & brownOriginal/Reproduction: UnknownCountry/Region: Japanese style; origin unverifiedAge: Unknown

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