Ningyo. Alan Scott Pate

      To my mother, Mary Flanagan Pate. For her unfailing love and support. Mere words cannot express....

      First published in 2005 by Tuttle Publishing, an imprint of Periplus Editions (HK) Ltd, with editorial offices at 364 Innovation Drive, North Clarendon, VT 05759 U.S.A. and 61 Tai Seng Avenue, #02-12 Singapore 534167.

      Copyright © 2005 Alan S. Pate

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      LCC Card No. 2004114424

      ISBN: 978-1-4629-0720-5 (ebook)

      Design: Holger Jacobs and Wiesia Power

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      Mitate gosho: Monkey trainer

       Edo period, 19th century

       Height 15 inches

       Carabet Collection

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