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Netsuke in boxwood in the form of three clams

$1,801.35

£1,334.17

€1,500

CA$2,464.15

A$2,681.75

CHF 1,421.60

MX$32,263.54

NOK 18,030.39

SEK 16,496.54

DKK 11,430.26

About the Item

Boxwood nestuke in the form of three clams or bivalve shells, probably of the Ruditapes philippinarum sub species that can be found all the way from Siberia to Philippines, and Japan. Because of its living environment and its ability to close on itself, clams are often associated with discretion and introspection. Whereas it remains a food source very appreciated by the insular people of Asia, that associated the shell with longevity and riches. This type of symbolism can also find an explanation by the tradition of using these shells as ornaments and then as currency. Japan – Edo era (1602-1868) Height: 2.5 cm - length: 3 cm - width: 4cm

Dimensions:
Height: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)Width: 1.58 in (4 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
Style:
Edo (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Boxwood,Carved,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
18th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1603-1868
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
PARIS, FR
Reference Number:
Seller: 2025-13471stDibs: LU8311243627152

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