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Set of Three Japanese Wood Netsukes

$1,200per set
£905.53per set
€1,053.81per set
CA$1,694.08per set
A$1,700per set
CHF 991.46per set
MX$20,669.93per set
NOK 11,392.87per set
SEK 11,716.98per set
DKK 7,877.79per set

About the Item

Set of three Japanese netsukes carved out of wood with a reddish stained finish, appear to be circa mid-20th century. One depicts a frog holding a trumpet; one a rooster eating grains, one two skulls with base made of bone. None signed. Sold as a group as they appeared to be from the same maker, but possible to purchase individual one. The tallest one, the frog with a trumpet is 2" high. Sizes listed are approximate.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Width: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Japonisme (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s-1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU945018580662

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