Excellent Carved Japanese Ivory Box with Snow Monkeys

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1920: item #1079893
Mki1-7

This is a wonderful carved ivory box done in a very high relief design. The four Snow Monkeys appear to be arguing over a piece of fruit and all have different expressions. The insides of the open mouths even show all the teeth, tongue, and epiglottis. There is a tiny chip on the underside bottom and a little warping/shrinkage on the edge of the lid. The box measures 8 1/4 inches long , 3 inches wide and 2 1/4 inches tall. We are not sure how old the piece is but are fairly certain it is at leas... Click for details

Japanese Ivory Netsuke of Writing Lesson, Signed.

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1920: item #1076772
2438

A charming netsuke depicting a boy be taught by a Chinese dignitary to practice calligraphy. Signed, himotoshi. Condition: cheek of boy with small chip. Dimension: 5.5 cm high, 3.6 cm deep. CITES documents are obtained if required.

Splendid Japanese Netsuke of Jurojin with Deer.

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1837 VR: item #1076130
2967

Masterly carved of ivory, dating to early 19th century. The sage Jurojin, one of the seven gods of luck accompanied by a deer said to be 1500 years old. Unsigned. Condition: good patina, smooth, foreleg of deer professionally restored. Dimension: 5.3 cm high x 4.1 cm wide x 3 cm deep. CITES documents are obtained if required.

Japanese Carved Inro Shaped Netsuke, 19th C.

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1900: item #1074924
2432

A miniature inro with one compartment. Made of ivory, one side carved with shishi and peony, the other side with fan motif. With an ivory and a glass ojime. Condition: fine. Dimension: 4.4 cm high x 3 cm wide x 0.8 cm deep. CITES documents are obtained if required.

Japanese Carved Netsuke of Slug, Frog and Snake.

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1900: item #1074453
SK 336

A carved ivory netsuke of a slug watched by a frog and a snake. The three creatures on lotus leaves. Few painted details and the frog with inlaid horn eyes. Condition: traces of former patina. Dimension: 4 cm x 3.2 cm. Cites documentation can be obtained if required.

A Signed Ivory Netsuke of a Rat Catcher, Meiji.

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1920: item #1073338
2426

A netsuke of a rat catcher worked of ivory with some engraved details. Signed on a red lacquer tablet. Condition: fine. Dimension: 4 cm long x 2.8 cm high. CITES documents are obtained if required.

Excellent 19th Century Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1910: item #1072691
Toad1-7

Excellent 19th century Japanese ivory netsuke of a man riding a toad, Unusual rare quality netsuke with inlaid eyes . Images are blown up so detail and quality is much finer in person. The signature looks like it could be Ishuu but we are not certain. Measures 2 1/8 inches by 1 5/8 inches. Condition is outstanding.

An Ivory Netsuke of a Mother Dog and Her Puppy

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1970: item #1072001
ICHI 1712-A8

This is a cute netsuke portraying a nicely detailed carving of a Mother Dog with her puppy riding on her back. Extra nice detail work on the fur, the dog’s expressions, even the feet. There is a signature on the base of the left foot – however my translator could not identify the artist as the signature is in script rather than Kanji characters.

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Japanese Meiji Ivory Netsuke of Monk, 19th Century

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1900: item #1067494
MM-San/AKK

A very fine Japanese ivory netsuke carving of a monk dressed in a kimono and wearing Zori sandals while beating on a Mokyugo temple bell. Intricate details of the entire figure including the soles of the sandals. Excellent condition throughout and free-standing. Meiji period (1868-1900). Size: H. 2" (5 cm.). Purchased from Christie's, Amsterdam, 2001.

Ivory Manju Netsuke with Masks

Japanese: Netsuke: Ivory Pre 1900: item #1062103
5-618

An ivory manju netsuke shaped like a rice cake with three masks deeply carved onto the ivory ground. The style of carving is whimsical, utilizing ink detailing for greater visual appeal. Michi Tomo Doyu signature on the reverse. This ivory netsuke is in excellent condition. Diameter: 2" 19th Century, Japan