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Antique Edo Netsuke 18/19th C Japanese Japan Ikkosai 'Different world in a cave'
Antique Edo Netsuke 18/19th C Japanese Japan Ikkosai 'Different world in a cave'

Antique Edo Netsuke 18/19th C Japanese Japan Ikkosai 'Different world in a cave'

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Signed Ikkosai - Different world in a cave. It looks like a cave in a human brain. Very interesting Provenance: Collected in the 1980's. From the col...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Metal, Bronze

A Rare Edo Period Hirado Porcelain Netsuke, Japan Circa 1850
A Rare Edo Period Hirado Porcelain Netsuke, Japan Circa 1850

A Rare Edo Period Hirado Porcelain Netsuke, Japan Circa 1850

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

The recumbent white porcelain figure of a pug dog shown baring its teeth, decorated by hand with spot painted cobalt detail, the underside with twin holes intended for a cord to pass...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Netsuke Japanese Dog Eating Skull Sculpture, 20th Century
Netsuke Japanese Dog Eating Skull Sculpture, 20th Century

Netsuke Japanese Dog Eating Skull Sculpture, 20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Brutal piece. Signed. 20th century Provenance: From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuizen, A well known Dutch painter and artist from Amsterdam. Merkelbach van Enkhuiz...

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20th Century Edo Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Fruit Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century
Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Fruit Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Fruit Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 15 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuize...

Category

20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Collection of Boxwood Carved Netsuke Group of Four
Japanese Collection of Boxwood Carved Netsuke Group of Four

Japanese Collection of Boxwood Carved Netsuke Group of Four

Located in Nottingham, GB

This engaging group of four boxwood netsuke presents a fascinating cross-section of Japanese and East Asian iconography.

Category

20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

Japanese Collection of Boxwood Carved Netsuke Group of Six
Japanese Collection of Boxwood Carved Netsuke Group of Six

Japanese Collection of Boxwood Carved Netsuke Group of Six

Located in Nottingham, GB

This captivating group of six boxwood netsuke explores the rich symbolism and abundant life of the Japanese sea.

Category

20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

Japanese Meiji Silk Tabako-ire Pouch with Dragon, Pipe & Netsuke, c. 1880
Japanese Meiji Silk Tabako-ire Pouch with Dragon, Pipe & Netsuke, c. 1880

Japanese Meiji Silk Tabako-ire Pouch with Dragon, Pipe & Netsuke, c. 1880

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Meiji Period Embroidered Silk Tobacco Pouch (Tabako-ire) with Dragon Motif, Pipe, Kagamibuta Netsuke and Metal Fittings, Circa 1880 An exceptional Japanese Meiji Period (18...

Category

Antique 1880s Japanese Japonisme Textiles

Materials

Silver

Rare Japanese Inro Netsuke and Omije with Negoro Red Lacquer Edo Period
Rare Japanese Inro Netsuke and Omije with Negoro Red Lacquer Edo Period

Rare Japanese Inro Netsuke and Omije with Negoro Red Lacquer Edo Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Japanese three-case inro with stringed carved netsuke and bead ojime from early Edo period circa 17th century.

Category

Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Figural Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century
Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Figural Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Figural Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 25 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuize...

Category

20th Century Japanese Meiji Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Frog Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century
Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Frog Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Frog Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 8 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuizen...

Category

20th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Old Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Bat Meiji Period, 19/20th Century
Old Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Bat Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Old Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Bat Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 12 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuize...

Category

20th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Old Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Quail Meiji Period, 19/20th Century
Old Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Quail Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Old Wooden Netsuke Sculpture Japanese Quail Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 9 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuizen...

Category

20th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Figural Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century
Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Figural Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Figural Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 12 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuize...

Category

20th Century Japanese Meiji Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Rare Japanese Ceramic Glazed Inro with Ojime and Netsuke Ogata Kenzan Edo Period
Rare Japanese Ceramic Glazed Inro with Ojime and Netsuke Ogata Kenzan Edo Period

Rare Japanese Ceramic Glazed Inro with Ojime and Netsuke Ogata Kenzan Edo Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Japanese four-section inro made from ceramic with glazed painting with original ensuite Ojime and Netsuke circa 18th century of Edo period signed by Ogata Kenzan (1663–1743).

Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Scholar's Objects

Materials

Ceramic

JAPAN 1900 Meiji Period Carved Wood Netsuke Of Frog Resting In A Lotus
JAPAN 1900 Meiji Period Carved Wood Netsuke Of Frog Resting In A Lotus

JAPAN 1900 Meiji Period Carved Wood Netsuke Of Frog Resting In A Lotus

Located in Miami, FL

A Japanese Meiji period netsuke. This is an amazing netsuke created during the imperial Japan in the Meiji period, between the 1890 and 1900.

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Carved Boxwood and Lacquer Netsuke of a Noh Dancer, Meiji Period, Japan
Carved Boxwood and Lacquer Netsuke of a Noh Dancer, Meiji Period, Japan

Carved Boxwood and Lacquer Netsuke of a Noh Dancer, Meiji Period, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A fine lacquer decorated carved boxwood netsuke of a Noh dancer in a Hannya role, unsigned, Meiji period, late 19th century, Japan.

Category

Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood, Lacquer

Japanese boxwood netsuke in the form of three toads stacked on each other
Japanese boxwood netsuke in the form of three toads stacked on each other

Japanese boxwood netsuke in the form of three toads stacked on each other

Located in PARIS, FR

The frog (kaeru) is associated with luck and wealth. In feudal Japan, tax collectors could be recognized by the frog-shaped netsuke they wore on their belts.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal Heads Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century
Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal Heads Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal Heads Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 11 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuize...

Category

20th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Meiji Period 19C Japanese Hirado Netsuke Sanbosa dancing monkey
Antique Meiji Period 19C Japanese Hirado Netsuke Sanbosa dancing monkey

Antique Meiji Period 19C Japanese Hirado Netsuke Sanbosa dancing monkey

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

This is a most unusually made antique Hirado porcelain netsuke form model of a mischievous monkey dressed as a Sanbosa dancer.

Category

Antique 17th Century Edo Scholar's Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Gold Lacquer Inro with Deer Image, Ojime, Wood Frog Netsuke, Makie Box
Japanese Gold Lacquer Inro with Deer Image, Ojime, Wood Frog Netsuke, Makie Box

Japanese Gold Lacquer Inro with Deer Image, Ojime, Wood Frog Netsuke, Makie Box

Located in Point Richmond, CA

The Inro is comprised of three stacked compartments and features a deer motif with mother of pearl accents, an ojime and a wooden frog netsuke. Inros were used to store items like m...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal on Turtle Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century
Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal on Turtle Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Animal on Turtle Figure Meiji Period 19/20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 8 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuizen...

Category

20th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Bird of Tree Bark Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th C
Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Bird of Tree Bark Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th C

Old Wooden Netsuke Japanese Bird of Tree Bark Figure Meiji Period, 19/20th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and very detailed piece. Unsigned. Japan 19th or 20th century. Weight: 5 grams Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens Merkelbach van Enkhuizen...

Category

20th Century Japanese Meiji Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Ryusa Manju netsuke depicting a phénix
Ryusa Manju netsuke depicting a phénix

Ryusa Manju netsuke depicting a phénix

Located in PARIS, FR

From 1948 to 1970, he worked as a part-time cataloguer for Sotheby’s, where he catalogued netsuke, lacquerware, and Japanese sword fittings.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

Vintage Netsuke Soapstone Figure Pig
Vintage Netsuke Soapstone Figure Pig

Vintage Netsuke Soapstone Figure Pig

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful small Pig figurine. Some wear with a nice patina, but this is old-age. Made probably of soapstone or resin. A beautiful nice desktop item or just a display item in your c...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Arts and Crafts Animal Sculptures

Materials

Soapstone

A Very Fine and Unusual Carved Red Lacquer Netsuke
A Very Fine and Unusual Carved Red Lacquer Netsuke

A Very Fine and Unusual Carved Red Lacquer Netsuke

Located in London, GB

A Very Fine and Unusual Carved Red Lacquer Netsuke The reverse lacquered black Signed: Hosai Lacquer Japan Circa 1890 Size: 4.7cm high - 1⅔ ins high Provenance: W.L.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Netsuke in bamboo in the form of a mushroom
Netsuke in bamboo in the form of a mushroom

Netsuke in bamboo in the form of a mushroom

Located in PARIS, FR

Netsuke are among the finest examples of Japanese craftsmanship, meticulously carved, often from precious materials, and requiring considerable time to create.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bamboo

Manju Netsuke in red lacquer carved using tsuishu technique
Manju Netsuke in red lacquer carved using tsuishu technique

Manju Netsuke in red lacquer carved using tsuishu technique

Located in PARIS, FR

From 1948 to 1970, he worked as a part-time cataloguer for Sotheby’s, where he catalogued netsuke, lacquerware, and Japanese sword fittings.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lacquer

A Finely Carved Wood Netsuke of Two Puppy Dogs Playing
A Finely Carved Wood Netsuke of Two Puppy Dogs Playing

A Finely Carved Wood Netsuke of Two Puppy Dogs Playing

Located in London, GB

A Finely Carved Wood Netsuke of Two Puppy Dogs Playing The playful puppies with inlaid eyes Wood Signed: Kokei Japan Circa 1820 - 50 Size: 3.5 dia. - 1⅓ ins dia.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

A boxwood netsuke depicting the Chinese general Guan Yu
A boxwood netsuke depicting the Chinese general Guan Yu

A boxwood netsuke depicting the Chinese general Guan Yu

Located in Milano, IT

A boxwood netsuke depicting the Chinese general Guan Yu, shown standing and grasping his famous naginata, while his long beard falls down to his prominent belly. Warm patina with ex...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

A boxwood netsuke depicting a snake
A boxwood netsuke depicting a snake

A boxwood netsuke depicting a snake

Located in Milano, IT

Boxwood netsuke depicting a snake coiled around itself. Signature engraved under the base.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japonisme Antiquities

Materials

Boxwood

Netsuke in Boxwood in the form of a seated rooster
Netsuke in Boxwood in the form of a seated rooster

Netsuke in Boxwood in the form of a seated rooster

Located in PARIS, FR

Netsuke are small figurine made of wood, sometime ivory and are among the greatest example of the excellence of Japanese craftsmen.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

A boxwood netsuke depicting an Oni and the Setsubun festival
A boxwood netsuke depicting an Oni and the Setsubun festival

A boxwood netsuke depicting an Oni and the Setsubun festival

Located in Milano, IT

A boxwood netsuke depicting a kneeling Oni during the Setsubun festival, shielding himself with a straw hat to protect against the bean throwing. The himotoshi is pierced through th...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

Netsuke in persimon wood in the form of a sparrow
Netsuke in persimon wood in the form of a sparrow

Netsuke in persimon wood in the form of a sparrow

Located in PARIS, FR

Netsuke in natural persimmon wood in the form of a stylized bird (probably a sparrow), it has been treated with abstraction and has a remarkable polish.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Boxwood netsuke representing a ducthman with child and a trumpet
Boxwood netsuke representing a ducthman with child and a trumpet

Boxwood netsuke representing a ducthman with child and a trumpet

Located in PARIS, FR

As the only Europeans allowed to enter Japan after the expulsion of the Portuguese in 1639, the Dutch are known to netsuke artists only through hearsay and woodcuts from Nagasaki, ne...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

Katabori netsuke in boxwood in the form of a tachibana orange
Katabori netsuke in boxwood in the form of a tachibana orange

Katabori netsuke in boxwood in the form of a tachibana orange

Located in PARIS, FR

From 1948 to 1970, he worked as a part-time cataloguer for Sotheby’s, where he catalogued netsuke, lacquerware, and Japanese sword fittings.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

KataborI netsuke in black lacquer depicting the character "ju" or longevity
KataborI netsuke in black lacquer depicting the character "ju" or longevity

KataborI netsuke in black lacquer depicting the character "ju" or longevity

Located in PARIS, FR

From 1948 to 1970, he worked as a part-time cataloguer for Sotheby’s, where he catalogued netsuke, lacquerware, and Japanese sword fittings.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lacquer

Katabori netsuke in boxwood depicting a skeleton leaning on a drum
Katabori netsuke in boxwood depicting a skeleton leaning on a drum

Katabori netsuke in boxwood depicting a skeleton leaning on a drum

Located in PARIS, FR

Katabori-type netsuke (fully three-dimensional) carved in boxwood, depicting a kneeling skeleton.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

A boxwood netsuke depicting a monkey trying to catch a turtle
A boxwood netsuke depicting a monkey trying to catch a turtle

A boxwood netsuke depicting a monkey trying to catch a turtle

Located in Milano, IT

Origin: Japan Period: Edo 19th century. Dimensions: 3.4 x 3 x 2.5 cm.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antiquities

Materials

Boxwood

Netsuke in lacquered boxwood of a toad resting on a waterlily plant
Netsuke in lacquered boxwood of a toad resting on a waterlily plant

Netsuke in lacquered boxwood of a toad resting on a waterlily plant

Located in PARIS, FR

Netsuke are among the finest examples of Japanese craftsmanship, meticulously carved, often from precious materials, and requiring considerable time to produce.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

A boxwood netsuke depicting a mandarin with an engraved dragon, signed Tomomitsu
A boxwood netsuke depicting a mandarin with an engraved dragon, signed Tomomitsu

A boxwood netsuke depicting a mandarin with an engraved dragon, signed Tomomitsu

Located in Milano, IT

A boxwood netsuke depicting a mandarin fruit with a ryu dragon finely carved upside down, featuring a blonde horn-inlaid eye. Natural himotoshi formed from the mandarin's stem, en...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood

Manj netsuke in red lacquer, carved and decorated with red and black lacquer
Manj netsuke in red lacquer, carved and decorated with red and black lacquer

Manj netsuke in red lacquer, carved and decorated with red and black lacquer

Located in PARIS, FR

From 1948 to 1970, he worked as a part-time cataloguer for Sotheby’s, where he catalogued netsuke, lacquerware, and Japanese sword fittings.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lacquer

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

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

Located in Milano, IT

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 pati...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antiquities

Materials

Boxwood

Netsuke in Boxwood in the form of a turtle hidden in its shell
Netsuke in Boxwood in the form of a turtle hidden in its shell

Netsuke in Boxwood in the form of a turtle hidden in its shell

Located in PARIS, FR

Netsuke in boxwood in the form of a tortoise hiding in its shell with only its head overstepping.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Netsuke in deer antler in the form of a feminine figure in traditionnal clothing
Netsuke in deer antler in the form of a feminine figure in traditionnal clothing

Netsuke in deer antler in the form of a feminine figure in traditionnal clothing

Located in PARIS, FR

Netsuke are small figurine made of wood, sometime ivory and are among the greatest example of the excellence of Japanese craftsmen.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Antler

Lacquered Netsuke in the form of an old Lady carrying an Oni in her back
Lacquered Netsuke in the form of an old Lady carrying an Oni in her back

Lacquered Netsuke in the form of an old Lady carrying an Oni in her back

Located in PARIS, FR

Netsuke are small figurine made of wood, sometime ivory and are among the greatest example of the excellence of Japanese craftsmen.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Boxwood, Lacquer

Japanese Smoking Set 'Tabac-Ire'
Japanese Smoking Set 'Tabac-Ire'

Japanese Smoking Set 'Tabac-Ire'

Located in PARIS, FR

Our smoking kit was made to be worn at the belt thanks to the netsuke. Japan – Meiji era (1868-1912), second half of the 19th century Measures: Pipe (kiseru): length 7.1 in. (18 c...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Three Antique Japanese Items
Three Antique Japanese Items

Three Antique Japanese Items

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Bronze and shakudo ojime depicting reishi mushroom and a Japanese dual function netsuke engraved with gingko leaves and heart shaped ventilation for managing a hot coal when lighting...

Category

Antique 1880s Antiquities

Materials

Wood

The Watchful Monkey: Early 20th Century Japanese Wood Carving of a Monkey
The Watchful Monkey: Early 20th Century Japanese Wood Carving of a Monkey

The Watchful Monkey: Early 20th Century Japanese Wood Carving of a Monkey

Located in New York, NY

Early 20th Century Japanese Carved Wood Figure of a Monkey: A finely carved Japanese wood netsuke depicting a seated monkey holding a peach, often attributed to the Edo (1615–1868)...

Category

Early 20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Nestuke in red lacquer carved in theform of a fan using the tsuishu technique
Nestuke in red lacquer carved in theform of a fan using the tsuishu technique

Nestuke in red lacquer carved in theform of a fan using the tsuishu technique

Located in PARIS, FR

From 1948 to 1970, he worked as a part-time cataloguer for Sotheby’s, where he catalogued netsuke, lacquerware, and Japanese sword fittings.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lacquer

Manju nestuke in hardwood carved with a cherry blossom and geometric pattern
Manju nestuke in hardwood carved with a cherry blossom and geometric pattern

Manju nestuke in hardwood carved with a cherry blossom and geometric pattern

Located in PARIS, FR

From 1948 to 1970, he worked as a part-time cataloguer for Sotheby’s, where he catalogued netsuke, lacquerware, and Japanese sword fittings.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Manju Nestuke in black and lacquer decorated of a scene of child under a pine
Manju Nestuke in black and lacquer decorated of a scene of child under a pine

Manju Nestuke in black and lacquer decorated of a scene of child under a pine

Located in PARIS, FR

Later, between 1948 and 1970, he worked part-time as a cataloguer for Sotheby’s, where he catalogued netsuke, lacquerwares, and Japanese sword fittings.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lacquer

Italian Handmade Walnut Wall Cabinet, Vintage 1960s, 100cm Wide
Italian Handmade Walnut Wall Cabinet, Vintage 1960s, 100cm Wide

Italian Handmade Walnut Wall Cabinet, Vintage 1960s, 100cm Wide

Located in Oirlo, LI

This is a very beautiful handmade wall cabinet to place beautiful things in. Beautiful for netsukes, Japanese decorative buttons or perfume bottles, nice small pieces or a plant.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

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Japanese Netsuke For Sale on 1stDibs

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