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A Very Fine and Naturalistically Carved Wood Netsuke in a Rare and Exotic Wood a Very Tactile Object
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A Very Fine and Naturalistically Carved Wood Netsuke in a Rare and Exotic Wood a Very Tactile Object

19th century
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A very fine and naturalistically carved wood netsuke depicting three mushrooms in an unusual and rare exotic wood. There is a £12 charge for postage and packing

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
4.2cm (1.65")
Depth
3.5cm (1.38")
Reference Numbers
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SA1156488
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Description
A very fine and naturalistically carved wood netsuke depicting three mushrooms in an unusual and rare exotic wood. There is a £12 charge for postage and packing
Date of Manufacture

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

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
4.2cm (1.65")
Depth
3.5cm (1.38")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1156488
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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Archive I A small, finely carved wooden netsuke depicting a naturalistic cluster of mushrooms with detailed underside gills.

A Very Fine and Naturalistically Carved Wood Netsuke in a Rare and Exotic Wood a Very Tactile Object

Archive II A small, finely carved wooden netsuke depicting a naturalistic cluster of mushrooms with detailed underside gills. View II
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A small, finely carved wooden netsuke depicting a naturalistic cluster of mushrooms with detailed underside gills.
A very fine and naturalistically carved wood netsuke in a rare and exotic wood a very tactile object
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A small, finely carved wooden netsuke depicting a naturalistic cluster of mushrooms with detailed underside gills.
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  • ObjectNetsuke
  • Period19th century
  • StyleEdo Period
  • MaterialCarved Wood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsMushroom caps, Underside gills, Naturalistic carving
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 4.2 cm (2 in) x D 3.5 cm (1 in)

This nineteenth-century Edo Period netsuke is a tactile sculptural object carved from a warm brown exotic wood. The piece takes the naturalistic form of a cluster of mushrooms, displaying detailed caps and delicately rendered underside gills on the layered forms. The surface shows a rich medium-brown grain with natural variations in tone across the rounded caps and textured stems. Measuring 2.5 cm high, 4.2 cm wide, and 3.5 cm deep, it is small enough to sit comfortably in the palm of the hand while offering intricate visual detail from every angle. In a contemporary home, this charming miniature carving serves as a decorative display piece on a bookshelf, desk, or cabinet within a gentleman's library or study. Its compact proportions allow it to rest neatly among a collection of curiosities or small works of art. The tactile nature of the carved timber invites close inspection, while the organic mushroom motifs bring a touch of nineteenth-century Japanese craftsmanship into an interior setting without requiring significant surface space.

FAQs

A netsuke is a small, carved toggle used in traditional Japanese dress during the Edo period to anchor hanging pouches, known as sagemono, to the obi sash. Over time, these functional fasteners evolved into miniature sculptures displaying intricate artistry.

Artisans favoured dense, fine-grained hardwoods such as boxwood, cherrywood, ebony, and cypress for their durability and smooth texture. These woods allowed for detailed relief carving, visible grain patterns, and a smooth surface suited to frequent handling.

Authentic examples feature two functional cord holes (himotoshi), natural surface wear from historical handling, and smoothed edges. Fine craftsmanship, detailed realistic textures, and signs of aged patina within the carved crevices also indicate historic origin.

These miniature carvings are suited for placement inside a glass tabletop vitrine, on a shelf alongside ceramic collections, or mounted inside a shadow box frame. Their organic forms complement minimalist, curio-focused, or Asian-inspired interior aesthetics.

Position the carving away from direct sunlight, radiators, and high humidity to prevent timber splitting or warping. Dust gently using a dry, soft natural-bristle brush, and avoid applying water, chemical polishes, or harsh solvents.
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