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A Japanese Finely Carved Wood Netsuke of a Dog
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A Japanese Finely Carved Wood Netsuke of a Dog

1900 - 1920
Description

A finely carved wood netsuke in the form of a sleeping dog with a good rich patina. This is a very charming object

Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Wood Dog Netsuke to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
6.5cm (2.56")
Depth
3.5cm (1.38")
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SA1243556
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Description
A finely carved wood netsuke in the form of a sleeping dog with a good rich patina. This is a very charming object
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Wood Dog Netsuke to the 1900s.

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
6.5cm (2.56")
Depth
3.5cm (1.38")
Reference Numbers
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SA1243556
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 carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a curled recumbent dog with detailed fur texture and a polished brown finish.
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Archive I A small carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a curled recumbent dog with detailed fur texture and a polished brown finish.

A Japanese Finely Carved Wood Netsuke of a Dog

Archive II A small carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a curled recumbent dog with detailed fur texture and a polished brown finish. View II
Archive III A small carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a curled recumbent dog with detailed fur texture and a polished brown finish. View III
Archive IV A small carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a curled recumbent dog with detailed fur texture and a polished brown finish. View IV
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A small carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a curled recumbent dog with detailed fur texture and a polished brown finish.
A Japanese finely carved wood netsuke of a dog
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A small carved wooden Japanese netsuke depicting a curled recumbent dog with detailed fur texture and a polished brown finish.
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  • ObjectNetsuke
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleJapanese Edo
  • MaterialBoxwood, Hardwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCurled canine posture, Detailed engraved fur texture, Himotoshi cord channels
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 6.5 cm (3 in) x D 3.5 cm (1 in)

A Japanese boxwood netsuke from 1900 depicts a recumbent dog curled in a sleeping posture with detailed engraved fur texture and a polished warm brown finish. This small carved wooden object has a rich patina, visible wood grain patterns, and naturalistic contours defining the animal's head and body. Measuring 2.5 cm high, 6.5 cm wide, and 3.5 cm deep, the compact sculpture fits neatly into the palm of the hand or rests safely upon a display surface. In a modern interior, this netsuke serves as a decorative accent placed on a bookshelf or within a gentleman's library display case. Collectors of Asian art appreciate such traditional pieces for their intricate carving and tactile qualities. The miniature figure integrates easily into existing cabinet arrangements, studies, or collector spaces, bringing traditional craftsmanship into a contemporary home setting without requiring significant display space.

FAQs

A netsuke is a small, carved utilitarian toggle developed in Japan during the 17th century. It served to secure suspended items, such as inro or tobacco pouches, from the sash of traditional pocketless kimonos.

Carvers frequently used dense hardwoods such as boxwood, cherry, or ebony, alongside organic materials like ivory, horn, and bone. Wood pieces often feature smooth surfaces and detailed hand-engraving designed to comfortably sustain handling.

Authentic pieces feature functional himotoshi, which are two small connected holes designed for the cord to pass through. They also show subtle, natural handling wear to high-relief points and subtle variations consistent with hand-tool carving rather than modern machine production.

These miniature sculptures are ideal for styling inside glass cloches, shallow display trays, or dedicated curio boxes. Place them alongside books on a desk or display shelf to add texture and historical interest to modern vignettes.

Dust the carving gently using a clean, dry, soft-bristled artist brush to prevent dirt accumulation in fine details. Avoid exposure to water, harsh chemicals, direct sunlight, and sudden shifts in humidity to prevent timber splitting.
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