A CARVED JAPANESE WOOD NETSUKE ANIMAL

1 Large carved and detailed full figured elephant example. Netsukes are a wonderful example of a fastener that the Japanese are known for. They were used on the sash and INRO, (a compartmentalized case on a cord) the Netsuke would accompany what is called an Ojime bead between the Netsuke and the Inro compartment. This beautifully detailed full bodied elephant is a fine example of Japanese carving and in fine condition. Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and above Date or Era: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918 Condition Request Condition Report PLEASE NOTE: These buttons for the most part are antique and may have age related wear. We make every effort to point out any significant condition related concerns, but again they are antique and not new. We also cannot be responsible for replaced shanks or issues related to the backs of any buttons on multiple button cards as we do not remove these buttons to re-card them. Please contact us if you would like any further condition reports on any lot.

Utropspris:SEK 499.19

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