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

$954.60
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CA$1,309.75
A$1,463.43
CHF 765.54
MX$17,946.36
NOK 9,782.11
SEK 9,276.03
DKK 6,135.92
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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 Enkhuizen, A well known Dutch painter and artist from Amsterdam. Merkelbach van Enkhuizen lived in one of the canal houses in Amsterdam and was an avid collector of Asian art. Additional information: Material: Wood Region of Origin: Japan Period: 19th century, 20th century Japan Dynasty Period: Meiji Period (1867-1912) Condition: Just some ware Dimensions: 4x4.5cm DiameterxHeight
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)Width: 1.58 in (4 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century/20th Century
  • Condition:
    Just some ware.
  • Seller Location:
    Amsterdam, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1351009512411stDibs: LU4863242701542

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