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A Japanese netsuke depicting a monkey with a turtle

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About the Item

Boxwood netsuke depicting a seated monkey stopping a turtle with its right paw. Period: Edo 19th century Dimensions: 4 x 3.2 x 3.8 cm. Condition: Excellent condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.58 in (4 cm)Width: 1.26 in (3.2 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Style:
    Japonisme (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Edo period (19th century)
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9162241455692

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