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Ancient Netsuke, Late 18th Century

$455.17
£340.47
€380
CA$627.20
A$689.44
CHF 361.95
MX$8,197.98
NOK 4,648.32
SEK 4,234.12
DKK 2,895.99

About the Item

Beautifyl Ancient bone netsuke created in Japan during Edo period, depicting a A small carved mask-like human face with exaggerated features Hollowed with string holes and a cord still present. Netsuke were functional ornaments used by Japanese men wearing kimono, which had no pockets. Items like inro (medicine/tobacco cases), purses, or seals were suspended from the obi (belt/sash), and the netsuke acted as a toggle to prevent the cord from slipping through. Mask-style netsuke like this one often depict characters from: Noh theatre (classical Japanese drama), Kyogen theatre (comic theatre performed alongside Noh) or mythical/folkloric figures such as demons (oni), gods, or warriors. The expressive carving suggests it might represent a warrior, demon (oni), or comic character.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.97 in (5 cm)Width: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)Depth: 1.38 in (3.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ivory
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Insurance may be requested by customers as additional service, contact us for more information.
  • Seller Location:
    Roma, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: T-1583421stDibs: LU2698348009022

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