Silver square-shaped inrô representing a peony. It is considered as the queen of flowers in Japan. It symbolizes the feminine ideal and the protective force.

Shakudô (alloy of copper and gold, with a lacquered appearance) square-shaped manju netsuke with a golden border. On the front side, a delicately engraved plant, around which a moth flies under the silver moon...

Deer horn netsuke, carved naturally from root of the antler.

Japan – Meiji era (1868-1912), 19th century
Width: 1.6 in (4.5 cm) – depth: 2 in (5 cm) – height: 0.8 in (2.8 cm)

Meiji (1868-1912) Japanese Makie Lacquer Inro with Agate Ojime & Manju with Turtle

It is 3.5 inches (9.8 cm) tall by 2.5 inches (6.3 cm) wide. Manju 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) wide. It is 96 gram.

It has small chips, peeling of lacquer, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos) .

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The netsuké represents the immortal Taoist Gama Sennin seated on a rock, his staff in his hand, at his feet his three-legged toad stretches affectionately towards him, trying to climb him. The artist sculpted his subject in a walrus tooth, the typical crystallization of dentin is visible under the base, in the center, the artist has partially hidden this crystallization by drilling multiple holes, simulating the defects of the rock, which are of the best effect...

Antique Kiseruzutsu of whimsical fish pipe case in stag antler, signed on body with leather tobacco pouch. Pouch has its draw string held with ‘scales’ in horn. The kiseru pipe to be held externally with holes on body of fish. Whimsically Case mounted on iron base. Provenance: Prominent Washington collection. Age: Meiji Period, (1868-1912) Size: fish 8” Long, pouch 4.5”Wide, stand overall height 8.5”.

The arquebuse is technically perfectly detailed, its mechanism works. The barrel of the cannon is made of iron inlaid with bronze silver and gold. The carriage is made of very dense black wood, probably ebony inlaid with mother-of-pearl. A small metal key allows it to be dismantled, leaving the incised signature of the artist to appear under the barrel Kuni-Tomo familly perhaps Sada-Hisa who liked to depict birds and flowers on his tsubas? Edo period 19th century or earlier...

An antique four case Japanese Inro with lacquer and gold flecked images of pine trees with a bone netsuke of a monkey holding a persimmon and an agate ojime.

Date: early Meiji Period: Circa 1880's

Dimensions: 4" long X 2.5" wide

Antique Kiseruzutsu of a Cockfight with Case and Cover tube. Lovely light creme coloration to Stag antler. Beautifully carved scene of Man holding a game fan above two fighting cockerels. The cord attachment in the form of clouds, its inset functioning as the himotoshi. Case mounted vertically on iron base. Provenance: Prominent Washington collection. Age Meiji Period, c1868-1912) Size: 9.16" High 1.25" Wide, stand overall height 9"

Antique Kiseruzutsu or Pipe Case with Cover of Samurai and Snake Antique Kiseruzutsu or Pipe Case with Cover, samurai with pole approaching snake in tree branch, top of village scene. The cord attachment in the form of a vine, its branch functioning as the himotoshi. Case mounted vertically on iron base. Provenance: Prominent Washington collection. Age Meiji Period, (1868-1912) Size: 8.25” High 1.5" Wide, stand overall height 9.5”

A Japanese erotic ebony netsuke of Okame with ivory-eyed holding a large mushroom. Engraved Tomotsugu signature on the mushroom. Edo period 18-19th century Sizes: 4,5 x 3 x 2 cm Condition report: Good condition

Length: 15.2 cm (6.1 in)
Width: 3 cm (1.2 in)
Depth: 1.9 cm (0.6 in)

Exquisite Japanese Sashi netsuke modelled from deer antler; carved with fine realism, showing four birds amongst Pinus branches; natural himatoshi; old label at the base with Japanese script, I presume, a signature; good condition; email for more pictures

A rare Japanese Hirado porcelain Netsuke with a movable tongue. The unglazed porcelain of the Hotti has a laughing face with a tongue that moves in and out of his mouth. He is carrying a guord and walking stick. Netsuke are miniature sculptures that were invented in 17th-century Japan to serve a practical function (the two Japanese characters ne + tsuke mean “root” and “to attach”)...

A boxwood netsuke depicting a toad climbing a circular stone millstone. The toad's wrinkled skin is meticulously engraved to create a realistic appearance. The netsuke has a shiny patina with varying shades that enhance the natural beauty of the material and the quality of the carving. Period: Edo 19th century Dimensions: 2.4 x 3.9 x 3.9 cm. Condition: Excellent.

A Japanese unusual stag antler netsuke depicting the head of a swan in finely carved and engraved deer horn, himotoshi under the neck. Meiji period late 19th century Sizes: 2,4 x 6,3 x 1,8 cm. Condition report: Good condition

Antique Japanese small netsuke (inro toggle) carved in the form of a rural house under a large pine tree. The 2 story house, which is visible from three sides has multiple windows and a tiny figure standing in one. The pine tree with exaggerated branches grows on the side of the house, it's branches curving over it's roof. Carved of bone.

Age: Edo Period (1603-1867)

Dimensions: 1 1/2" high x 2" long x 1" wide

Japanese Antique Deer Antler Parasol Handle of Bat and Frog charmingly carved as a dome top. Bat wings covering resting on the top of tree trunk with a climbing frog below. Provenance: Washington collection. Age: Meiji Period, c1868-1912, Size: 7" High 1.25" Wide, stand overall height 7.75"

Antique Kiseruzutsu of Pipe Case of charming study of three children cavorting to music, drum, horn and cymbals at top, nice patination and attractive textured surface of deer antler on back. The cord attachment in the form of a horn, its neck functioning as the himotoshi. Case mounted vertically on iron base. Provenance: Washington collection. Age Meiji Period, c1868-1912) Size: 8" High 1.5" Wide, stand overall height 8.75"

Kiseruzutsu or External Pipe Holder of Snake and Monkey. Snake coiled on tree branch hissing at approaching monkey. Snake with inset ebony eyes. Mounted on iron base. Meiji Period (1868-1912) Size: 7.5”H x 1.5”W, 8.16 Height on stand.