"Root And Shibayama Tonkotsu"
Japanese tonkotsu, traditional box used to contain tobacco powder, aromas or medicines, made in root and decorated with mother-of-pearl floral applications.Floral applications made of mother of pearl are applied to the surface of the box, creating a contrast with the color of the root. In addition, a butterfly is also present on the tonkotsu.
The netsuke ryusa manju, carved, is decorated with floral details while the ojime is in green stone.
Period: Edo 19th cent.
Dimensions: 7,5 x 9 x 5 cm.
State of preservation: Very good
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