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A Marvellous Dutchman Netsuke of US$230.000,- !

A netsuke (net-skeh) is a miniature sculpture developed in Japan over a period of more than three hundred years. The kimono, the traditional form of Japanese dress, had no pockets. Men suspended pouches (inro) on a silk cord from their sash (obi) . To stop the cord from slipping through the "obi", a small toggle is attached. That small toggle is the "netsuke".    

Dutchman 

The netsuke referred to in the headline of this article was auctioned at the German auctionhouse Lempertz on 27 November 2004. It was estimated at $60.000,- (Euro 40.000) but was hammered at a sensational US$230.000,- (Euro 154.000). This unusually large (H 5 2/5") ivory netsuke of a standing Dutchman holding a dead hare over his shoulder which is attached to a gun, dated late 18th Century, stands out by two characteristics: the somewhat caricature-like facial features and elegant dress, as well as his occupation as a hunter whose bait is an indication of the "South Barbarian meat eaters".     

Why US$230.000,-?  

The exraordinary hammer price of US$230.000,- for this specific piece can be explained by looking at its history, theme, craftmanship, condition and off course by its rarity. The object made its way over 100 years in famous netsuke collections, and was already publicized in 1895 by the Japonist art dealer Marcus B. Huish. The representation of the Westerner, especially that of the Dutchman in Japanese art (in woodblock prints and netsuke) is a much coveted subject. This because of the striking depiction by the Japanese artists of this "strange" people from another world giving the beholder a very insightful and comic explanation of the encounter of two very different cultures. The unknown creator, it is unsigned, of this particular netsuke had to be a masterful craftsman because of his magnificent eye for detail and its elegant look. The specific subject of the Dutchman is not uncommon but a quality piece in this condition in combination with its age is a very rare find.     

More examples

During the last decades there are more examples of highlights in prices concerning netsukes. On May 1990 at auctionhouse Sotheby's in London a netsuke of a horse was hammered at US$260,000,- and through an anitques dealer at Oriental Treasures and Points West in Honolulu a netsuke representing a "Awabi Girl and Octopus" (like Hokusai's famous "Dream of Fisherman's Wife (Octopus)" shunga design!) was sold at approx. US$250,000.    

Themes  

Netsuke carvers mostly worked in a bounded area of subjects and themes such as scenes of daily life, animals, erotic encounters (shunga), the signs of the zodiac or subjects with a mythical background. Whatever its subject or theme netsuke is a very attractive and highly collectable art form and the interesting pieces will only continue to increase in value.  

Books  

One of the most referred books among netsuke collectors are Lazarnick's ' The Signature Book of Netsuke' and from the same author 'Netsuke & Inro Artists, and How to Read Their Signatures'. Both have been issued in limited editions, the first one in 500 copies and the latter in 876 copies. These books are unmissable for the serious netsuke collector. More recommended books on netsuke are 'Netsuke: The Tokyo Meiko Kagami , Tokyo Living Masters List' by Shingo Yamaguchi, 'Netsuke: Fantasy and Reality in Japanese Miniature Sculpture'  by Joe Earle and 'Expressions of Style: Netsuke as Art' by Rosemary Bandini.  

Netsuke Organisations  

International Netsuke Society
International Netsuke Carvers' Association           

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Diet Pills. Phentermine Diet Pills

What is Phentermine

Phentermine is a stimulant that is similar to an amphetamine. It is an appetite suppressant that affects the central nervous system. You can buy Phentermine diet pills at low price from US Drugstore.

Receiving its FDA approval in 1959, Phentermine has been utilized as a short-term treatment for obesity for many years. Phetermine is sold under several different names including: Adipex-P, Ionamin, Obenix, Oby-Cap, Teramine, and Zantryl. Phentermine has also been known to alleviate high blood pressure and cholesterol.

Recognized as one of the most powerful weight loss treatment on the market, Phentermine is a prescription appetite suppressant available only with a doctor's note. It was designed to help overweight patients, who suffers from obesity health concerns such as diabetes, lose weight quickly by curbing appetites. Phentermine works by stimulating neurotransmitters in the brain to manipulate and decrease appetites.

Because of its side effects and its addictive properties, doctors rarely prescribe Phetermine for more than 6 weeks.

Phentermine has been recognized as one of the most effective weight loss treatments on the market. However, it has also gained notoriety for its numerous side effects and health concerns associated with the powerful chemicals in the its formula. Phentermine works by stimulating the hypothalamus portion of the brain to release a neurotransmitter called Norepinephrine, a chemical messenger that transmits signals that help reduce hunger. Phentermine also works as a metabolism booster and fat burner by releasing epinephrine which breaks down fat cells that are stored.

Phentermine Side Effects

Taking phentermine together with other diet medications such as fenfluramine (Phen-Fen) or dexfenfluramine (Redux) can cause a rare fatal lung disorder called pulmonary hypertension. Do not take phentermine with any other diet medications without your doctor's advice.

Do not take phentermine if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) within the past 14 days. Serious, life-threatening side effects can occur if you take phentermine before the MAO inhibitor has cleared from your body.

Do not take this medication if you are allergic to phentermine or other stimulants, or if you have:

• arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries);
• heart disease or high blood pressure;
• an overactive thyroid;
• glaucoma;
• if you have a history of drug or alcohol abuse.

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests during treatment.
It is not known whether phentermine will harm an unborn baby. Do not take phentermine without telling your doctor if you are pregnant.

It is also not known whether phentermine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not take phentermine without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Do not give this medication to anyone younger than 16 years old without the advice of a doctor. Phentermine may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. Phentermine should never be shared with another person, especially someone who has a history of drug abuse or addiction.

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Jay-jay Okocha: Wikipedia Encyclopedia You Erred

Wikipedia the free online encyclopedia is arguably in error in its information on the hometown of Augustine Jay-Jay Okocha, Nigerian a footballer revered for his useful display of skills in the midfield department of the game. The Wikipedia site which maintains and continues to maintain that Okocha, one of Africa’s greatest footballers hails from “Enugu” is not only a goof but an attempt to mislead its audience who rely heavily rely on the esteemed site for useful information.

 

Augustine Azuka Okocha was actually born in Enugu state but quite arguably Delta State is his state of origin and it was for this reason that his state Government organized a (retirement) testimonial match for the former midfield maestro in Warri Stadium, Delta State. The stadium in which the match was played was waterlogged because it rained ceaselessly, much to the chagrin of the organizers, the state government decided to overhaul the pitch and lay a synthetic surface.

 

The match which featured World XI and the Super Eagles was largely boycotted by Nigeria football Federation maybe because of the feeling that they were sidelined by the organizers of the testimonial match. John Fashanu, El-Hadji Douf, Daniel Amokachi and Aloy Agu were among those that featured in the match.

 

The information from Wikipedia misleadingly arrogates Enugu as Okocha’s hometown even more erroneously when it falsely avowed that “In 1990 he joined his hometown club, Nigerian powerhouse Enugu Rangers” That he joined Enugu Rangers in 1990 is not in doubt but that Enugu Rangers is his “hometown club” is mistaken and needs to be corrected for posterity reasons.  Let it be known and understood that Austin Okocha’s hometown is another Igbo speaking town of “Ogwashi-Uku” in Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State.

 

Please take note that Okocha is the second cousin of Nigeria’s erstwhile Minister of Finance, Prof Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and his father is Mr. Alex Okocha, a Railway worker who would later be transferred to Enugu where the master dribbler and entertainer was born. Prof Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is the daughter of Prof Chukwuka Okonjo, the traditional ruler of Ogwashi-Uku, whose late mother, Madam Dora Mgbodi also bore the name “Okocha” (The Guardian, Sunday August 3, 2008) Okocha’s father could not have taken up the “Citizenship” of Enugu State since I am unaware of any such law in Nigeria.

 

The Obi of Ogwashi-Uku, HRH (Prof) Chukwuka Okonjo has announced that the Local Stadium in Ogwashi-Uku will named after Jay-Jay Okocha after completion. The Obi has spoken and he will not go back on his words.

 

In June 2008, Hull City’s manager, Phil Brown reportedly announced that the Hull City which was to be Jay-Jay’s last club had decided not to take up additional option of another year on the Nigerian veteran playmaker’s contract following the expiration of his contract which also expired at the end of that season.

 

In furtherance he said that:

 

“The legacy that Jay-Jay Okocha will leave at Hull City is one of success. He will be remembered for his smile, his pure ability as a footballer and for raising the a Club’s aspiration” Brown says “the decision to release the former world Cup star had been taken from an economical standpoint, feeling up his wages for any potential new signings” (Complete Sports, June 6, 2008)

 

Okocha only played 11 games for Hull City and not 18 as also errornously held in the information supplied by Wikipedia. (See also Complete Sports of same edition for more information)

 

This information is highly necessary for future references and because I have noticed that the former Super Eagles captain is one Ex-Nigerian International whom much has not be written about compared with his personal exploits and contributions towards the development of football in Nigeria. More so, Okocha’s background or image should not be a maze of contradictions to lovers of football whether now or in time to come.

 

 

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