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A Lovely Quality Japanese Ivory Sea Shell Netsuke
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A Lovely Quality Japanese Ivory Sea Shell Netsuke

19th century
Description

As part of our oriental collection we are delighted to offer this lovely quality Japanese ivory netsuke formed as a bunch of sea shells with a natural himotoshi , the group includes a pair of tiny clam shells that the artist has carved inside to form miniature clams dreams , the netsuke has toned a very rich mellow colour particularly to the underside , a great tactile netsuke from the late 19th century.

The condition and colour are great , i would note for complete accuracy two tiny nibbles on the inner edges of both clams dream upper shells which we have taken into account when pricing this lovely item !

Approximate sizes

Length 2" 4.5 cm

Depth 1.5" 4 cm

Free worldwide delivery included in the price of this item, buyers outside the EU are fully responsible for the costs of any licences that may be required.

For a further range of our ever changing stock please visit our website at www.stagsheadantiques.com

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Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1890s.

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Available during usual business hours 7 days a week by prior appointment only.

Available out of hours for general enquiries : sales@stagsheadantiques.com or steve@steveslyjapaneseart.com

Tel 07774-635918

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As part of our oriental collection we are delighted to offer this lovely quality Japanese ivory netsuke formed as a bunch of sea shells with a natural himotoshi , the group includes a pair of tiny clam shells that the artist has carved inside to form miniature clams dreams , the netsuke has toned a very rich mellow colour particularly to the underside , a great tactile netsuke from the late 19th century.
fig 1. A LOVELY QUALITY JAPANESE IVORY SEA SHELL NETSUKE
fig 1. A Lovely Quality Japanese Ivory Sea Shell Netsuke

The condition and colour are great , i would note for complete accuracy two tiny nibbles on the inner edges of both clams dream upper shells which we have taken into account when pricing this lovely item !

fig 2. A LOVELY QUALITY JAPANESE IVORY SEA SHELL NETSUKE
fig 2. A Lovely Quality Japanese Ivory Sea Shell Netsuke

Approximate sizes

Length 2" 4.5 cm

Depth 1.5" 4 cm

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Free worldwide delivery included in the price of this item, buyers outside the EU are fully responsible for the costs of any licences that may be required.
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

For a further range of our ever changing stock please visit our website at www.stagsheadantiques.com

Date of Manufacture

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA366193
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012

Specialists in japanese works of art from the meiji period 1868-1912

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art Profile Page

Trade Associations

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art is a registered member of BADA 

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Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Telephone 07774 635918
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Stags Head Antiques Ltd
Bournemouth
Dorset
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/stagshead
Verified Since Jan 2012
Items For Sale 29
Items Sold 1,666
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
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