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Group of Three Japanese Kagamibuta Ivory and Mixed Metal Netsukes
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Group of Three Japanese Kagamibuta Ivory and Mixed Metal Netsukes

19th century
Description

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this group of three Edo period Ivory and mixed metal Kagamibuta Netsukes, the high quality mixed metal inserts depict a Samurai Archer, an Ahrat with a Dragon and Benten playing a Flute, all manufactured with the use of mixed alloys including Bronze, Shakudo, Shibuichi, Gold and Silver, the inserts slot in to their Ivory roundels, and were tied through the rear hole, more commonly used as toggles for smoking pouches, pipe sets and Inro's during the Edo period (1603 - 1868) one of the metal inserts signed by a well known sword fitting artist Mingyoku.

Condition report:

All in fine condition commensurate with age and use.

Approximate sizes:

Ahrat with a dragon.

Height: 0.54" 1.3 cm

Diameter: 1.6" 4 cm

Samurai archer.

Height: 0.54" 1.3 cm

Diameter: 1.8" 4.6 cm

Benten with flute.

Height: 0.55" 1.3 cm

Diameter: 1.7" 4.4 cm

Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item, buyers outside the EU are fully responsible for the costs of any export licences that may be required.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA491419
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 group of three Edo period Ivory and mixed metal Kagamibuta Netsukes, the high quality mixed metal inserts depict a Samurai Archer, an Ahrat with a Dragon and Benten playing a Flute, all manufactured with the use of mixed alloys including Bronze, Shakudo, Shibuichi, Gold and Silver, the inserts slot in to their Ivory roundels, and were tied through the rear hole, more commonly used as toggles for smoking pouches, pipe sets and Inro's during the Edo period (1603 - 1868) one of the metal inserts signed by a well known sword fitting artist Mingyoku.
fig 1. GROUP OF THREE JAPANESE KAGAMIBUTA IVORY AND MIXED METAL NETSUKES
fig 1. Group of Three Japanese Kagamibuta Ivory and Mixed Metal Netsukes

Condition report:

All in fine condition commensurate with age and use.

Approximate sizes:

Ahrat with a dragon.

Height: 0.54" 1.3 cm

Diameter: 1.6" 4 cm

Samurai archer.

Height: 0.54" 1.3 cm

Diameter: 1.8" 4.6 cm

fig 2. GROUP OF THREE JAPANESE KAGAMIBUTA IVORY AND MIXED METAL NETSUKES
fig 2. Group of Three Japanese Kagamibuta Ivory and Mixed Metal Netsukes

Benten with flute.

Height: 0.55" 1.3 cm

Diameter: 1.7" 4.4 cm

Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item, buyers outside the EU are fully responsible for the costs of any export licences that may be required.

Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA491419
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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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
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GROUP OF THREE JAPANESE KAGAMIBUTA IVORY AND MIXED METAL NETSUKES
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  • Period19th century
  • SizeH 1 cm (0 in) x W 4 cm (2 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)
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