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.
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.
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 (ID): 1341416
Availability: In stock
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