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A boxwood netsuke depicting a snake

About the Item

Boxwood netsuke depicting a snake coiled around itself. Signature engraved under the base. Origin: Japan Period: Meiji late 19th century. Dimensions: 4 x 3.5 x 2 cm. State of conservation: Very good
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.58 in (4 cm)Width: 1.38 in (3.5 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Style:
    Japonisme (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    meiji late 19th century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9162238894492
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