Description:

Asia, Japan, Meiji Period, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A cast silver netsuke in the form of a seated man. He is bald and has a chubby, kind face; he wears a simple robe, like a Buddhist monk. In his hands, he holds what looks like a flat plate with raised edges and a cooked fish inside of it. His robe has a very light cross-hatched pattern that provides additional detail to the figure. Silver netsuke are relatively rare, making this a unique find! Size: 0.9" L x 1.5" W x 1.5" H (2.3 cm x 3.8 cm x 3.8 cm); 76.5 grams

The netsuke is an example of the art of everyday objects. They are small sculptures designed to be worn so that objects could be suspended from the traditional sash (obi) that wraps around the kimono. They were used to carry purses, smoking accoutrement, and inro, "seal baskets", which held seals and medicines. The netsuke, made with two holes through it, was used as a toggle to stop the cord on which those items were suspended.

Provenance: private Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA collection

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  • Condition: Patina from touch and age; small casting flaw on back.

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