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A Charming and Well Carved Japanese Boxwood Paper Weight of a Toad
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A Charming and Well Carved Japanese Boxwood Paper Weight of a Toad

19th century
Description

A finely carved Japanese boxwood paper weight depicting a Toad on a well carved leaf with an ebonised base and very realistically carved . There is a £12 charge for postage and packing. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
14.8cm (5.83")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Japanese Boxwood Toad Paperweight to the 19th Century.

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SA1056819
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Description
A finely carved Japanese boxwood paper weight depicting a Toad on a well carved leaf with an ebonised base and very realistically carved . There is a £12 charge for postage and packing. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
14.8cm (5.83")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Japanese Boxwood Toad Paperweight to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1056819
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019

Oriental art,fine period ivories bronzes,ceramics unusual silver objects and tribal art.

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A carved brown boxwood toad sitting on an etched leaf surface mounted on a black lacquered rectangular base.
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Archive I A carved brown boxwood toad sitting on an etched leaf surface mounted on a black lacquered rectangular base.

A Charming and Well Carved Japanese Boxwood Paper Weight of a Toad

Archive II A carved brown boxwood toad sitting on an etched leaf surface mounted on a black lacquered rectangular base. View II
Archive III A carved brown boxwood toad sitting on an etched leaf surface mounted on a black lacquered rectangular base. View III
Archive IV A carved brown boxwood toad sitting on an etched leaf surface mounted on a black lacquered rectangular base. View IV
Archive V A carved brown boxwood toad sitting on an etched leaf surface mounted on a black lacquered rectangular base. View V
Archive VI A carved brown boxwood toad sitting on an etched leaf surface mounted on a black lacquered rectangular base. View VI
Archive VII A carved brown boxwood toad sitting on an etched leaf surface mounted on a black lacquered rectangular base. View VII
Archive VIII A carved brown boxwood toad sitting on an etched leaf surface mounted on a black lacquered rectangular base. View VIII
Archive IX A carved brown boxwood toad sitting on an etched leaf surface mounted on a black lacquered rectangular base. View IX
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A carved brown boxwood toad sitting on an etched leaf surface mounted on a black lacquered rectangular base.
A charming and well carved Japanese boxwood paper weight of a Toad
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A carved brown boxwood toad sitting on an etched leaf surface mounted on a black lacquered rectangular base.
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Crafted predominantly during the Edo and Meiji periods, Japanese boxwood carvings feature detailed, naturalistic subjects such as toads, frogs, and botanical elements. These sculptures served either as functional paperweights for the desk or decorative display items known as okimono.

These items are carved from dense, fine-grained boxwood (tsuge), which permits intricate carving work and takes a smooth polish. They are frequently mounted onto ebonised or black lacquered wooden bases to provide stability and contrast.

Authentic pieces feature crisp, hand-carved details with realistic texture, subtle tool marks, and a smooth patina acquired over time. Precision in organic textures like skin stippling or leaf veins is typical, along with carved signatures (mei) on the underside of the piece.

Display the carving on an office desk, bookshelf, or side table alongside contemporary desk accessories to contrast warm timber tones with modern surfaces. It functions effectively as a tactile accent atop a stack of books or beside ceramic objects.

Store boxwood items away from direct sunlight, radiators, and high humidity to prevent timber movement or cracking. Dust gently using a soft, dry brush and avoid liquid polishes or water treatments.
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