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A boxwood netsuke depicting a toad on a circular stone millstone, signed Masanao

$2,882.15
£2,134.67
€2,400
CA$3,942.64
A$4,290.81
CHF 2,274.55
MX$51,621.67
NOK 28,848.62
SEK 26,394.47
DKK 18,288.41

About the Item

Boxwood netsuke depicting a toad climbing a circular stone millstone. The toad's wrinkled skin is meticulously engraved to create a realistic appearance. The netsuke has a shiny patina with varying shades that enhance the natural beauty of the material and the quality of the carving. Period: Edo 19th century Dimensions: 2.4 x 3.9 x 3.9 cm. Condition: Excellent.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.95 in (2.4 cm)Diameter: 1.19 in (3 cm)
  • Style:
    Japonisme (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Edo period (19th century)
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9162241455782

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