A CHARMING EDO SCHOOL WOOD NETSUKE OF A SEATED BOY
A CHARMING EDO SCHOOL WOOD NETSUKE OF A SEATED BOY
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Japan, Edo (Tokyo), mid-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
Finely carved, the boy with a surprised expression, bending forward expectantly while seated with his legs in a diamond shape in front of him. Placing his hands on his feet, he looks up with his mouth open, exposing his finely detailed teeth, brows raised, the eyes inlaid with dark horn. Natural himotoshi.
LENGTH 3.8 cm
Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and one of the eye inlays replaced.
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A CHARMING EDO SCHOOL WOOD NETSUKE OF A SEATED BOY
Unsigned
Japan, Edo (Tokyo), mid-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)
Finely carved, the boy with a surprised expression, bending forward expectantly while seated with his legs in a diamond shape in front of him. Placing his hands on his feet, he looks up with his mouth open, exposing his finely detailed teeth, brows raised, the eyes inlaid with dark horn. Natural himotoshi.
LENGTH 3.8 cm
Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and one of the eye inlays replaced.
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