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A Very Unusual and Finely Carved Wood Netsuke
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A Very Unusual and Finely Carved Wood Netsuke

19th century
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A very interesting and finely carved wood netsuke in the form of a toad sitting on a hermit crab shell with a good patina. There is a £12 charge for postage and packing. International shipping.. A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Japanese Carved Wood Netsuke to the 19th Century.

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SA1110232
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Description
A very interesting and finely carved wood netsuke in the form of a toad sitting on a hermit crab shell with a good patina. There is a £12 charge for postage and packing. International shipping.. A shipping quote is available on request
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Japanese Carved Wood Netsuke to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1110232
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 small Japanese carved wooden netsuke depicting a frog resting on a spiralled shell.
A very unusual and finely carved wood netsuke
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A small Japanese carved wooden netsuke depicting a frog resting on a spiralled shell.
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A netsuke is a miniature carved toggle originating in 17th-century Japan, designed to anchor suspended pouches or containers (inro) to a kimono sash (obi). Over time, these functional objects evolved into intricate works of art featuring natural, mythical, and daily life motifs.

Netsuke were predominantly carved from dense hardwoods such as boxwood, cherry, and ebony, as well as organic materials like ivory, stag antler, and bone. Carvers favoured materials that allowed for fine detailing and developed a rich patina through handling.

Authentic pieces typically feature subtle wear from use, smooth contact points, and a pair of cord holes (himotoshi) integrated naturally into the design. Genuine antiques show evidence of hand carving rather than machine precision, often signed by the artist on the underside.

Miniature carvings display exceptionally well in glass-fronted curio cabinets, mounted inside custom shadow boxes, or arranged on small acrylic risers within a bookshelf. Grouping them on a tray or console table creates a focused tactile and visual display.

Keep wooden netsuke in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight, central heating, and excess humidity to prevent splitting. Dust gently with a soft microfibre cloth or camel-hair brush, avoiding water, chemical cleaners, or harsh waxes.
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