"A Japanese Ivory Netsuke Depicting Buddha's Hand "
Japanese ivory netsuke depicting the Buddha's Hand or Fingered cedar among the leaves, a scented ornamental citrus fruit, a very important symbol in Buddhism, in the shape of a hand, originating from China and Japan where it is grown for religious purposes.The surface of the netsuke precisely reproduces the natural texture of the fruit, which is not smooth but characterized by roughness and pores.
Origin: Japan
Period: Meiji end of 19th century.
Dimensions: 5.2×2.3×2.5 cm.
State of conservation: Very good
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