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An Amusing Wood Mask Netsuke Noh Edo Period 19th Century
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An Amusing Wood Mask Netsuke Noh Edo Period 19th Century

19th century
Sold 15 February 2026 · Sandbanks Antiques
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Description

An amusing Wood Mask Netsuke Noh Mask Edo Period

Japan, 19th Century, Edo Period

Having metal eyes

Beautifully carved and Having signature to reverse.

Height 4.5cm

A Rare piece

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Height
4.5cm (1.77")
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Sandbanks Antiques has dated this Wooden Noh Mask Netsuke to the 19th Century.

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SA1116857
Description
An amusing Wood Mask Netsuke Noh Mask Edo Period

Japan, 19th Century, Edo Period

Having metal eyes

Beautifully carved and Having signature to reverse.

Height 4.5cm

A Rare piece

Height
4.5cm (1.77")
Date of Manufacture

Sandbanks Antiques has dated this Wooden Noh Mask Netsuke to the 19th Century.

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SA1116857
Sandbanks Antiques
Sandbanks Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2025

Specialising in antique silver, gold boxes, gold coins and objects de vertu. Rare fine-quality imperial chinese porcelain, jades, cloisonné

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Archive I A carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a theatrical mask with an exaggerated grinning expression and inlaid eyes against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

An Amusing Wood Mask Netsuke Noh Edo Period 19th Century

Archive II A carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a theatrical mask with an exaggerated grinning expression and inlaid eyes against a neutral background. View II
Archive III A carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a theatrical mask with an exaggerated grinning expression and inlaid eyes against a neutral background. View III
Archive IV A carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a theatrical mask with an exaggerated grinning expression and inlaid eyes against a neutral background. View IV
Archive V A carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a theatrical mask with an exaggerated grinning expression and inlaid eyes against a neutral background. View V
Archive VI A carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a theatrical mask with an exaggerated grinning expression and inlaid eyes against a neutral background. View VI
Archive VII A carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a theatrical mask with an exaggerated grinning expression and inlaid eyes against a neutral background. View VII
Archive VIII A carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a theatrical mask with an exaggerated grinning expression and inlaid eyes against a neutral background. View VIII
Archive IX A carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a theatrical mask with an exaggerated grinning expression and inlaid eyes against a neutral background. View IX
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A carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a theatrical mask with an exaggerated grinning expression and inlaid eyes against a neutral background.
An Amusing Wood Mask Netsuke Noh Edo Period 19th Century
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A carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a theatrical mask with an exaggerated grinning expression and inlaid eyes against a neutral background.
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  • ObjectNetsuke
  • Period19th century
  • StyleEdo Period
  • MaterialBoxwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsHand-carved facial features, Inlaid pin eyes, Open mouth design, Textured wood grain
  • SizeH 4.5 cm (2 in)

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A netsuke is a small carved toggle traditionally used in the Edo period in Japan to secure small containers called inro or pouches to the sash of a kimono.

Authentic netsuke were primarily carved from boxwood, other dense hardwoods, ivory, and occasionally bone or ceramic materials.

Authentication involves examining the wear patterns, the quality and depth of the hand-carved detail, the natural patina of the material, and the presence of proper cord holes known as himotoshi.

This type of miniature sculpture can be displayed inside a glass cabinet, on a dedicated display stand, or styled alongside books on a shelf as an object of curiosity.

Preservation requires maintaining stable room temperatures with moderate humidity, avoiding direct sunlight, and dusting gently with a soft, dry brush without applying liquid cleaners or polishes.
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