A Japanese Boxwood Shunga Netsuke Depicting Two Mushrooms

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Object description :

"A Japanese Boxwood Shunga Netsuke Depicting Two Mushrooms"

Boxwood shunga netsuke with skillfully carved natural himotoshi depicting two mushrooms. A touch of genius is found in the depiction of the smallest mushroom, which is placed upside down above the larger one's head. From this small cavity emerges a delicate caterpillar carved from blond horn. Engraved signature Masatomo 正友.

Period: Edo 19th century

Dimensions: 2.4 x 4.2 x 3.6 cm.

State of conservation: Excellent condition - There are natural openings in the wood.

Price: 2 200 €

Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Solid wood
Width: 4,2 cm
Height: 2,4 cm
Depth: 3,6 cm

Reference: 1341416