Two umimatsu netsuke
Edo period (1615-1868), early 19th century
Edo period (1615-1868), early 19th century
The first a large snail slithering over a section of wood, its optic feelers extended over the side, unsigned, 6.6cm (2 5/8in) wide; the second a double gourd and foliage resting on a piece of driftwood, unsigned, 5.1cm (2in) wide. (2).
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Edo period (1615-1868), early 19th century
Edo period (1615-1868), early 19th century
The first a large snail slithering over a section of wood, its optic feelers extended over the side, unsigned, 6.6cm (2 5/8in) wide; the second a double gourd and foliage resting on a piece of driftwood, unsigned, 5.1cm (2in) wide. (2).
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