Name: Excellent Japanese Edo (Early 19thc) Boxwood Netsuke, Shitake Mushrooms
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1093675
Price: 195 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Sold 18 September 2024 · Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

This “Excellent Japanese Edo (Early 19thc) Boxwood Netsuke, Shitake Mushrooms” found a buyer.

It was listed by Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Find more for sale

Antique Netsuke Japanese Wood Carving Small Wooden Carving Ask the dealer for something similar

Description

Charming Japanese Edo (early 19thC) boxwood netsuke, shitake mushrooms. Measures 3cm high x 4cm wide x 2.7cm deep. Unsigned

Very good condition and nice patina.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Boxwood Mushroom Netsuke to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

3cm (1.18")

Width

4cm (1.57")

Depth

2.7cm (1.06")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1093675

Dealers Internal Reference

AD647/24

Description

Charming Japanese Edo (early 19thC) boxwood netsuke, shitake mushrooms. Measures 3cm high x 4cm wide x 2.7cm deep. Unsigned

Very good condition and nice patina.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Boxwood Mushroom Netsuke to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

3cm (1.18")

Width

4cm (1.57")

Depth

2.7cm (1.06")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1093675

Dealers Internal Ref

AD647/24

About the Dealer

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art Profile Page

PDF

SAVE

A close-up studio shot of a small, hand-carved boxwood netsuke depicting a cluster of shiitake mushrooms with a warm brown patina.

1 / 8

Archive I

Excellent Japanese Edo (Early 19thc) Boxwood Netsuke, Shitake Mushrooms

Archive II

A close-up studio shot of a small, hand-carved boxwood netsuke depicting a cluster of shiitake mushrooms with a warm brown patina. View II

Archive III

A close-up studio shot of a small, hand-carved boxwood netsuke depicting a cluster of shiitake mushrooms with a warm brown patina. View III

Archive IV

A close-up studio shot of a small, hand-carved boxwood netsuke depicting a cluster of shiitake mushrooms with a warm brown patina. View IV

Archive V

A close-up studio shot of a small, hand-carved boxwood netsuke depicting a cluster of shiitake mushrooms with a warm brown patina. View V

Archive VI

A close-up studio shot of a small, hand-carved boxwood netsuke depicting a cluster of shiitake mushrooms with a warm brown patina. View VI

Archive VII

A close-up studio shot of a small, hand-carved boxwood netsuke depicting a cluster of shiitake mushrooms with a warm brown patina. View VII

Archive VIII

A close-up studio shot of a small, hand-carved boxwood netsuke depicting a cluster of shiitake mushrooms with a warm brown patina. View VIII

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Telephone 07975 614592

Location

Bath
Somerset
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/antikdragon

Verified Since Oct 2021

Items For Sale 35

Items Sold 783

Email Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Excellent Japanese Edo (early 19thC) Boxwood Netsuke, shitake mushrooms

Ref: SA1093675

Your Name

Phone Number

Email Address

Message

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Secure Transit

Cataloguer’s Note

Sustainable Choice

Frequently Asked Questions

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectNetsuke
Period19th century
StyleJapanese Edo Period
MaterialBoxwood
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsMushroom caps, Detailed gill lines, Intertwined stems, Naturalistic grouping
SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 4 cm (2 in) x D 2.7 cm (1 in)

FAQs

A netsuke is a small carved toggle historically used in traditional Japanese dress to secure small containers, such as inro or pouch cords, suspended from the sash.

While boxwood and other dense hardwoods are common, netsuke were also traditionally carved from ivory, bone, porcelain, and various metals.

Authentic period pieces typically feature natural age patina, wear patterns around the himotoshi cord holes, and hand-carved tool marks characteristic of historical craftsmanship rather than modern machine production.

These small sculptural objects work exceptionally well when placed in glass display cabinets, on open bookshelves, or on mantels where their fine detail can be closely observed.

Keep boxwood carvings away from direct sunlight, extreme temperature fluctuations, and high humidity to prevent wood splitting, and clean gently with a soft, dry brush.