Netsuke of a Karashishi

The image shows a Netsuke of a Karashishi by an unknown artist. The object is small, rounded and made of ivory or similar material with black markings. It depicts a creature with a lion-like appearance, curled up. The creature has a large head with a short snout and a tufted mane. The body is curled up in a ball; two legs are visible. The surface is carved with detailed lines, and the background of the image is grey.