A Wonderful Edo Period Sashi Netsuke Of An Eggplant/Aubergine.
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:129472 | Primary Material: Wood/ Woodenware |
Sub-Type: Eggplant | Age: 1800-1849 |
Original/Repro: Antique Original | Product: Netsuke |
Region of Origin: Japanese |
A motif representing a favourite vegetable of Japanese cuisine.
The fine grained hard wood has been masterfully carved beautifully simple and refined.
(The photos do not do it justice)
Natural Himotashi formed by the stem.
It measures approximately 10.5cm in length.
Excellent clean condition with a lovely colour and
Patina. Wear commensurate with age and use.
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