A Fine Quality Japanese Ivory & Shibayama Inro and Netsuke Set

19th century

Sold by Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Description

As part of our Japanese art collection we are delighted to offer this lovely condition and fine quality complete ivory inro set , decorated with Shibayama style semi precious stone and shells throughout the three components , the full and original set comprises a three case ivory inro decorated to the front elevation with a pheasent sat amidst a prunus blossom tree , the reverse depicts a smaller bird amongst native flora with a butterfly above , the inro is nicely signed to the underside in a mother of pearl tablet , accompanying the inro is an ivory inlaid Ojime bead and its matching two piece Manju netsuke , once again signed , all held together with a purple silk sash cord , most unusual to get these sets complete and with no Shibayama losses or inro damage, a great addition for your Japanese collection.

The condition is lovely with just a minor slither chip inside the Manju netsuke , provenance USA collection.

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

For a further selection of our Japanese art collection please visit our new gallery at www.steveslyjapaneseart.com

Physical Dimensions

Height

9cm (3.54")

Width

5cm (1.97")

Depth

1cm (0.39")

Declaration

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

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA422685

Dealers Notes

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

Description

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The condition is lovely with just a minor slither chip inside the Manju netsuke , provenance USA collection.

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

fig 1. A FINE QUALITY JAPANESE IVORY & SHIBAYAMA INRO AND NETSUKE SET — fig 1. A Fine Quality Japanese Ivory & Shibayama Inro and Netsuke Set

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

For a further selection of our Japanese art collection please visit our new gallery at www.steveslyjapaneseart.com