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Japanese Professional sneezer Boxwood Netsuke
$3,574.18
£2,655.36
€3,000
CA$4,955.76
A$5,329.50
CHF 2,849.70
MX$64,272.29
NOK 36,036.35
SEK 32,833.75
DKK 22,864.98
About the Item
Boxwood netsuke of a seated professional sneezer depicted as an old man with his right hand raised, holding an stick to tickle himself. His head is slightly raised, his eyes practically closed and his mouth wide open, signs that he is about to sneeze.
Himotôshi underneath, one hole larger than the other. Beside it, Ryûkei's signature (龍珪).
Japan, Ryûkei (龍珪) – Edo period (1603-1868)
Height: 1.1 in / 2.8 cm – width: 1.6 in / 4 cm – depth: 1.8 in / 4.5 cm
- Dimensions:Height: 1.11 in (2.8 cm)Width: 1.58 in (4 cm)Depth: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)
- Style:Edo (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1603-1868
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:Seller: 2024-12551stDibs: LU8311242614932

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