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An Amusing Japanese Netsuke in the Form of an Octopus, Taisho Period (1912-1925)

$2,500

£1,879.80

€2,182.90

CA$3,491.20

A$3,872

CHF 2,033.38

MX$47,550.87

NOK 25,740.69

SEK 24,273.82

DKK 16,286.85

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The hand carved & stained boxwood netsuke deftly rendered in the form of an octopus with somewhat anthropomorphic features, showing black stained eyes & furrowed brow effecting an amusing, somewhat angry humanistic expression. Each of the eight tentacles are detailed with individually carved suckers, with the underside showing a carved motif which may be its beak or perhaps a stylized makers mark.

Dimensions:
Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Diameter: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
Style:
Taisho (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Boxwood,Carved,Stained
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Circa 1900
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. In very good condition and exhibiting an old surface with an excellent mellow patina overall.
Seller Location:
Ottawa, CA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU2728342346032

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