Appealing Japanese Ivory Bear Netsuke, Meiji

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1900: item #816937
SN116

DESCRIPTION: A skillfully carved and quite charming ivory netsuke of a furry seated bear with legs crossed and tongue outstretched licking his right paw. The detail on this carving is quite outstanding as even the bear’s canine teeth can be seen on either side of the small extended tongue, and the bear’s fur is carefully and naturally depicted. Meiji Period, 19th C., in very good condition with closed age fissures seen in the walrus ivory on the bear’s back. DIMENSIONS: 1 ¾” wide (4.5 cm) x 1... Click for details

Kannon Mercy Carving Manju Netsuke w/ Ojime

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1980: item #774918
3349

Estimated from mid to late 20th century, exquisitely carved manju netsuke with Ojime in the motif of Kannon Mercy God. very good in condition.

Stock Number:3349

Size: 4.5cm (... Click for details

Shibiyama Netsuke Elephant of Ivory, Stones and Pearls

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1900: item #774634
R205

19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Shibiyama Netsuke of an Elephant of ivory with inlaid stones and mother of pearl. A beautifully carved figure adorned in the most artful manner. A true gem. Length: 2.5 inches (6.5cm), Height: 2 inches (5cm). Excellent Condition.

Edo Tobacco Pouch with Dragon Netsuke by Tokutaka

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1837 VR: item #768272
0173

A truly striking Edo Period tangerine color leather tabakoire (tobacco pouch) from Nagasaki, embossed with a large dragon and flowers and bearing a silver clasp with the same motifs. The silver backing to the clasp is adorned with wave designs. Attached to the pouch by ten fine silver chains is a kagamibuta netsuke (also called a manju) of a finely rendered dragon by Tokutaka. Purchased in Kyoto in 1962 by of a renowned author on and collector of Asian art. 5 1/2 x 3 5/8 inches, 14 x 9.25 cm. Ve... Click for details

Antique Japanese Carved wooden Tabocco case w/ Netsuke

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1900: item #756413
4876

Estiamted from 18th to 19th century, impressive carved in the motif of tiger in bamboo grove, tobacco case with glass bead ojime and antler netsuke. Overally good in condition with fine patina.

Stock Number:4876
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Antique Japanese Ivory Netsuke Toggle

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1900: item #741567
4802

From 19th century, manju ivory netsuke with wooden decoration on the reverse side. Very good in condition with fine patina.

Stock Number:4802

Size: 4.7cm high by 4cm wide(1... Click for details

Antique Japanese Ivory Nanbanjin European Netsuke

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1900: item #741566
4806

From 18th to 19th century, Japanese ivory natsuke exquisitely carved in the motif of Nanbanji european holding basket. Good in condition with tiny chip on the top of basket as seen on the photo. Very beautiful fine patina.

Stock Number:4806
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Antique Japanese Manju Ivory Netsuke Toggle

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1900: item #741557
4804

From 19th century, ivory manju netsuke in the motif of dragon around bats. Overally good in condition with patina and surface crack as seen on the photo.

Stock Number:4804

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Antique Japanese Tobacco Pouch w/ Kiseru Case

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1900: item #737865
4034

From 19th century, museum quality article, Japanese lether tobacco pouch with gold metal button, Ivory Kiseru Case, and Ojime. Kiseru case is exquisitely carved in the motif of Daikoku god and Ebisu god fighting to the Demon and gold metal work. It has sign by an artist. This is highly recommended article. Very good in condition with fine patina.
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Fine Japanese Netsuke of Puppy. 19th. century . Edo

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1900: item #713788
b3032

A Fine Japanese Netsuke of a Puppy with a Sandal. Edo Period. Mid. 19th. Century Max. width 1 1/4 ins. (3.2 cms) This amusing piece shows a puppy worrying a woven straw sandal. It is in excellent condition with no damage and no repairs. There is some nice, slight wear from use. The eyes are inlaid with horn. PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT A MODERN REPRODUCTION