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A Delightful Edo Period Boxwood Netsuke of an Akita Puppy Holding an Abalone-shell Toy
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A Delightful Edo Period Boxwood Netsuke of an Akita Puppy Holding an Abalone-shell Toy

19th century
Description

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this beautiful Edo period c 1840 boxwood Netsuke of an Akita puppy holding in its mouth an abalone shell toy on a string, he is sat in a playful position with one paw holding down the abalone shell whilst chewing the string attached, the eyes are inset with horn, the colour is great , a very tactile and obviously well used Netsuke , a charming addition to your Netsuke collection.

The condition is lovely and original .

Approximate size:

height: 1.1/4" 3.2 cm

width: 1.3/4" 4.4 cm

Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA474125
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
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this beautiful Edo period c 1840 boxwood Netsuke of an Akita puppy holding in its mouth an abalone shell toy on a string, he is sat in a playful position with one paw holding down the abalone shell whilst chewing the string attached, the eyes are inset with horn, the colour is great , a very tactile and obviously well used Netsuke , a charming addition to your Netsuke collection.
fig 1. A DELIGHTFUL EDO PERIOD BOXWOOD NETSUKE OF AN AKITA PUPPY HOLDING AN ABALONE-SHELL TOY
fig 1. A Delightful Edo Period Boxwood Netsuke of an Akita Puppy Holding an Abalone-shell Toy

The condition is lovely and original .

Approximate size:

height: 1.1/4" 3.2 cm

width: 1.3/4" 4.4 cm

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Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA474125
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

Dealer Profile

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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Archive I A DELIGHTFUL EDO PERIOD BOXWOOD NETSUKE OF AN AKITA PUPPY HOLDING AN ABALONE-SHELL TOY SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Delightful Edo Period Boxwood Netsuke of an Akita Puppy Holding an Abalone-shell Toy

Archive II A DELIGHTFUL EDO PERIOD BOXWOOD NETSUKE OF AN AKITA PUPPY HOLDING AN ABALONE-SHELL TOY View II
Archive III A DELIGHTFUL EDO PERIOD BOXWOOD NETSUKE OF AN AKITA PUPPY HOLDING AN ABALONE-SHELL TOY View III
Archive IV A DELIGHTFUL EDO PERIOD BOXWOOD NETSUKE OF AN AKITA PUPPY HOLDING AN ABALONE-SHELL TOY View IV
Archive V A DELIGHTFUL EDO PERIOD BOXWOOD NETSUKE OF AN AKITA PUPPY HOLDING AN ABALONE-SHELL TOY View V
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Archive IX A DELIGHTFUL EDO PERIOD BOXWOOD NETSUKE OF AN AKITA PUPPY HOLDING AN ABALONE-SHELL TOY View IX
Archive X A DELIGHTFUL EDO PERIOD BOXWOOD NETSUKE OF AN AKITA PUPPY HOLDING AN ABALONE-SHELL TOY View X
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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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A DELIGHTFUL EDO PERIOD BOXWOOD NETSUKE OF AN AKITA PUPPY HOLDING AN ABALONE-SHELL TOY
A DELIGHTFUL EDO PERIOD BOXWOOD NETSUKE OF AN AKITA PUPPY HOLDING AN ABALONE-SHELL TOY
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A DELIGHTFUL EDO PERIOD BOXWOOD NETSUKE OF AN AKITA PUPPY HOLDING AN ABALONE-SHELL TOY
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  • Period19th century
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 4 cm (2 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)
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