Reclining Ox Netsuke in Minko Style
Netsuke of a reclining ox, Tokyo, mid-19th century, in the style of Minko, highly finished black ebony body, with carved ivory horns and brass eyes, the two himotoshi consist of large oval holes ringed with ivory, unsigned. Provenance: Purchased from…
Meiji Sparrow Netsuke with Inlaid Eyes (A/F)
An ivory netsuke of a sparrow with inlaid eyes, signed, Meiji period, A/F
Edo Period Ivory Netsuke of Seated Cat with Inlaid Eyes
A 18th century Japanese ivory netsuke, seated cat, Edo period, Neko (cat) inlaid eyes, note exceptional patination, unsigned, 3 cm high
Intricate Ivory Netsuke of Crouching Girl with Floral Kimono
Rare antique Japanese carved ivory netsuke, intricately carved crouching young girl in kimono with floral decorations, signed with two character marks
Koyu Ivory Chess Set, 1939
KOYU (Kazuo Tanaka), carved ivory chess pieces, c. 1939, manufactured by Makino Brothers & Company, ivory Manufacturers, ornament, netsuke, jewellery, Tokyo, in red felt box (36), height 3.5 cm
Seated Monkey Netsuke with Young and Inset Eyes
An ivory netsuke of a seated monkey and two young with inset eyes, signed, Meiji period
Laughing Hotei Netsuke by Suzuki Tôkoku
A good Tokyo school tagayasan wood and ivory netsuke of Hotei attributed to Suzuki Tôkoku [Bairyû] (1845-1913), standing and laughing with hands raised above his tilted head, wearing beaded bracelets and necklace of various materials, a green-stained nyoi…
19th Century Ivory Netsuke: Group of Biwa Fruit on Branch
A 19th century ivory netsuke of a group of biwa fruit, as two large biwa joined by a smaller fruit and attached to a branch which forms himatoshi. Stained for effect, inscribed 'kosho', length 4.7 cm. Provenance: Purchased at 'Japanese and Other Works of…
Miniature Carvings Collection
A collection of small carvings comprising seven ivory netsuke, a hornbill snuff bottle, a tobacco pouch, pipe and netsuke, a small horn container and a wood mask netsuke the pipe 21 cm long
Intricate Ivory Netsuke Figures of Seven Gods of Fortune
A 20th century set of ivory 'The Seven Gods of Fortune' netsuke figures with intricate ink patterned robes and hairwork on stepped wooden stand. Length 22.5 cm
Meiji Period Shibayama Netsuke of Young Boy
A good Tokyo school ivory and shibayama netsuke of a young boy, late Meiji period, seated pulling a face whilst hiding a hooked tool behind his back, his tongue articulates to poke out, his costume inlaid with decorative details in various materials, the…
Meiji Era Sake Drinker Netsuke: Ivory Carving, 19th Century
A 19th century Meiji period sake drinker Sennin netsuke, c1840, carved in ivory and standing wearing robes and a mugwort leaf cape. His sake gourd hangs over his left shoulder, height 7 cm
Edo Ivory Netsuke: Skeleton and Buddhist Monk
Two Japanese ivory netsuke, Edo period, late 19th century, one signed Asahi Gyokuzan, the first a netsuke in ivory of a kneeling skeleton with skull signed Asahi Gyokuzan, the second an ivory netsuke figure of a seated Buddhist monk with an alms bowl,…
Seated Shishi Netsuke by Tomochika: 19th Century Ivory Study
A 19th century ivory netsuke study of a seated shishi, he raises hid hind foot to scratch behind his ear, the well stained ivory showing good wear, inscribed Tomochika, length 2.8 cm. Provenance: Purchased lot 847 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June…
Late 19th Century Ivory Netsuke: Quail Study by Okatomo
A late 19th century ivory netsuke study of a quail, in typical Okatomo style showing the bird standing on a circular base of millet stalks and leaves, inscribed Okatomo, length 3 cm. Provenance: Purchased lot 851 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June…
Tomokazu's Carved Ivory Ox Netsuke
A Meiji period carved ivory netsuke study of an ox with halter, signed Tomokazu, Lightly smoke stained with worn patina and portrayed in a recumbent pose. Inlaid black horn/coral eyes, length 4.7 cm
Meiji Ivory Horse Netsuke
Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) ivory netsuke, in the form of a horse standing on two legs trying to scratch his head with hoof, incised double character mark to base, height 4 cm
An antique Japanese carved ivory figural netsuke, early Meiji period, 19th century, seal mark to reverse, 6.5 cm high
Meiji period boxwood and ivory okimono of swordsmiths
A Japanese Meiji period boxwood and ivory okimono of two swordsmiths they work a katana blade on an anvil beside a box bellows forge. Two character signature and two character seal mark on red lacquer inlaid tablets inset to the plinth base. Some faults.…
Meiji Ivory Okimono of Market Stall Preparations
A Japanese Meiji period ivory okimono of a man and woman preparing a market stall vegetable display. Two character signature on red lacquer inlaid tablet and engraved fruit cipher under the base. Provenance: The collection of Walter Kendal Tresize…
Japanese Ivory Netsukes of Seven Gods on Stand
A Japanese set of ivory netsukes 'The Seven Gods of Fortune' on stand, Taisho period (1912-1926), the seven traditional fukujin deities set, each standing on a stepped wooden stand, lightly engraved and pigment coloured to the robes with deep petrol blue,…
Meiji Ivory Netsuke: Jovial Elder and Boy with Drums
A signed Japanese ivory netsuke of a man and a boy, Meiji period (1868-1912), well carved and inked, depicting a jovial and expressive elder with a long beard holding a staff and a drum upon his shoulder, a small boy beside him with a drumstick; signed…
Boy Riding Bullock Netsuke
A 19th century ivory netsuke, carved as a boy clambering over the back of a recumbent bullock, signed on oval tablet under the base. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection. Length 5.7 cm
Benkei's Bell: 19th Century Ivory Netsuke with Sumi Inkwork
A 19th century carved ivory netsuke of Benkei, Depicted struggling with the large bronze bell of Miidera as told in the legend. Sumi inkwork detail, height 4 cm
Meiji Ivory Erotic Netsuke by Tarou
A Japanese ivory erotic netsuke, depicting three people in amorous activities, signed Tarou, Meiji period 1868-1912. Length 9 cm.
Sleeping Okame in Seashell Netsuke
A very fine small marine ivory 'Doug Marsden' netsuke, This unusual study depicts Okame asleep in a seashell. Her head and the tiny fingers of one hand are visible, Doug Marsden born in 1958, well respected New Zealand carver with pieces exhibited by the…
Mammoth Ivory Carvings and Netsuke Collection
Four various mammoth ivory carvings, Japanese samurai, holding his katana and fan, stained & coloured with carved reserve signature. 3 signed netsuke, one depicting Hotai with his sack; an old sage holding a peach; & a mushroom. Height 8.5 cm (samurai)…
Edo Shishi Netsuke with Cub and Stained Ball
Ivory netsuke of a Shishi, Edo period, 19th century, the mythical animal with its cub, shown on a pierced ball enclosing a small stained ivory ball, the eyes inlaid with blue glass, signed, height 3.5 cm
Japanese Ivory Netsuke: Mice and Corn
A signed Japanese ivory netsuke of Mice with Corn, Meiji period (1868-1912), Delightfully carved and inked, depicting two mischievous mice helping themselves to cobs of corn in a decorated basket; signed underside and with timber display stand, width 4.5…
Tokyo School Ivory Netsuke: Octopus and Rats
Japanese ivory Tokyo school - netsuke octopus & rats - signed
Japanese Ivory Netsuke: Samurai Blowing Conch Shell, Signed by Artist
Antique Japanese ivory netsuke, Amazing carved detail of a Japanese Samari blowing a conch shell, signed by the artist to bottom of his foot, height 8 cm
Seven Mice Netsuke by Tomonobu, Edo Period
A Japanese ivory netsuke of a cluster of seven mice nestled together, each with inlaid eyes, signed Tomonobu, Edo period, 19th century. Provenance: The property of a gentleman, height 3.5 cm, length 4 cm
Japanese Ivory Netsuke: Elderly Man and Geese
Two Japanese ivory netsuke one as an elderly man seated with a wheatsheaf strapped to his back holding a double gourd and cup. The other as a man with two geese.
Playful Puppies Netsuke
A Japanese ivory netsuke of two puppies, carved in compact circular form with the two pups playfighting. Signed, diameter 4 cm
Japanese Netsuke Trio: Ivory and Wood Carvings
Three Japanese 'Dutchmen' netsuke, carved ivory and wood, Meiji period, 19th century, all signed, Compare 'Netsuke'. Author Neil Davey. Catalogue No's 1042,1043,1046, Isbn 0.85667.13.8, the largest 7.5 cm high
Japanese Ivory Netsuke of Five Masks, Okame and Signature
A Japanese ivory netsuke of a group of five masks including Okame the back carved as an expressive face, the himotoshi formed by his flaring nostrils. Engraved signature. 3.4 cm square. Provenance: The collection of Walter Kendal Tresize (UK/Japan 1859 '…
19th Century Ivory Netsuke: Playful Puppies
A well carved 19th century ivory netsuke depicting two puppies playing together, c1830, the study shows them lightly roped together with inlaid brown horn eyes. Nice worn patina and a rare subject. Minor old damage to one pair, length 4.1 cm
Walrus Ivory Shells Netsuke: Unique Himetoshi Design
Japanese netsuke, carved walrus ivory netsuke in the form of a cluster of shells, unusual Himetoshi
Japanese Ivory Netsuke: Boy with Hannya Mask
A good Japanese ivory netsuke, of a boy gambolling holding a Hannya mask before him, his robe and obi artfully patterned with diaper designs. Signed to his back Ko-ichi. Height 8.5 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Sleeping Boar Netsuke: Ivory Study from June 1975 Auction
An ivory netsuke study of a sleeping boar, in recumbent position with bent knees, stained finish, signed, length 4.8 cm. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
19th Century Ivory Netsuke Study of Cicada on Bean Pod
A 19th century ivory netsuke study of a cicada, resting on a ripe bean pod, (one leg broken), unsigned, length 5.2 cm. Provenance: Purchased lot 833 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
Meiji period netsuke with crouching figure and kendo mask
Japanese wood and ivory netsuke, Meiji period, 19th century, the crouching figure wearing an ivory kendo mask, his garment engraved with geometric motifs, unsigned, single himotoshi, height 4.8 cm. Provenance: Christie's, London, October 1989, lot 6197
Ivory Tanuki Netsuke with Child
An early 20th century finely carved ivory netsuke of Tanuki seated with child, wrapped in traditional robe supporting a bowl, the young boy to his left with right hand upon his head. Signed with calligraphy. Provenance: The Joy and Denis Hanna estate…
Dragon and Celestial Animals Ivory Netsuke
Japanese ivory netsuke. Spherical, extensively carved with dragon amidst many celestial animals, signed. Provenance: Private Collection, ACT. Height 5 cm
Ivory Shishi Netsuke from 18th C Japan
18th C, carved Ivory netsuke of Shishi Purchased Nagoya, Japan c.1960
Ivory Shishi Figure Netsuke with Mother and Pups
A 19th century Japanese finely carved ivory shishi figure group netsuke, the seated mother with two pups, one suckling, fine detail, old pale tone, slight yellowing to the reverse, signed with character marks to the base. Length 4.3 cm, height 3 cm
Meiji Ivory Netsuke: Boy with Shishi Mai Costume
A 19th century Japanese ivory netsuke, young boy and Shishi Mai, Meiji period, a charming study of boy with traditional lion dance costume, signed, 4.5 cm high
Hatching Chicken Netsuke
Japanese ivory netsuke. Egg with hatching chicken, signed. Provenance: Private Collection, ACT. Height 3 cm
Ivory Tanuki Netsuke in Priest Robes
An ivory netsuke of Tanuki, the badger standing and dressed in the robes of a wandering priest. Two character signature to back. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection. Height 6.5 cm
Meiji Snake and Monkey Netsuke
An ivory netsuke of a snake pursuing a monkey in a rock, signed, Meiji period
Antique carved ivory netsuke, quality Japanese carved ivory depicting a mouse in upright position, signed to base
Antique carved ivory netsuke, quality Japanese carved ivory depicting a mouse on a peach with engraved decorations, signed to base
Intricate Carved Ivory Netsuke of Japanese Girl
Ivory netsuke of a young girl, beautifully carved with intricate details, Japanese girl with floral dress and flowers in her hair. Signed by the artist to base
Japanese Ivory Netsuke: Happy and Angry Faces
Very good pair of Japanese ivory netsuke, with human faces of happiness and anger, one on each side. C:1920. Provenance: Lammert Bros, Auctioneers, Hong Kong
Japanese Ivory Netsuke Collection
Four Japanese carved ivory netsuke, Meiji period (1868-1912) and later, comprising a man holding a large circular fruit, three characters in a raft, and a man carrying a basket on his back and a walking stick in one hand, with demon by his side, all…
Japanese Boxwood and Ivory Netsuke of Figures on Sampan
A Japanese boxwood and ivory netsuke of a figures relaxing on a sampan engraved underneath five figures in rough capes and hats haul a rope, evidently towing the boat. Engraved signature, length 11.4 cm. Provenance: The collection of Walter Kendal Tresize…
Meiji Ivory Votive Case with Netsuke and Ojime
A signed Japanese ivory Votive case with netsuke and Ojime, Meiji period, 1865-1912, a two door case profusely relief carved with lotus borders and panels of figures to the reverse, exterior and interior doors and opening to reveal a carved figure of the…
Japanese Ivory Netsuke Figures: Man with Fish and Reading Girl
A pair of Japanese ivory netsuke figures, a man with fish and a girl Reading, Meiji to Taisho period, early 20th century, both figures with lightly incised and inked attire, the bald headed man astride a large fish, and the reclining girl with her feet in…
Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke, Ojime, and Gnome Figural Lid Set
Three Japanese carved ivory netsuke, a carved ivory ojime, and a carved ivory gnome figural lid, (5 items), the largest 6 cm high
Kyoto Ivory Netsuke Figures
Three Kyoto school Japanese carved ivory netsuke of standing figures including wood cutter, man with monkey and figural group with rat, 20th century, the largest 5 cm high
Japanese Ivory Netsuke Figures
A group of five Japanese ivory netsuke figures, early/mid 20th century, depicting five traditionally attired characters in various poses, all carved, engraved and with fine staining in muted colours; four pieces with characters or seals to base. Height 6…
Japanese Ivory Netsuke Pig Figure
Antique Japanese carved ivory netsuke pig figure, signed to base. Height 4 cm
Ivory Netsuke: Mouse on Fan, Signed, Stained Finish (1975)
An ivory netsuke study of mouse lying on a fan, stained finish, signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
Stained Ivory Netsuke: Fisherman with Large Fish, Signed Chikaaki
An old stained ivory netsuke of a fisherman, standing holding a large fish, wearing a short robe and straw boots, black stained highlights. Signed Chikaaki, height 5.1 cm. Provenance: Purchased lot 911 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby…
Japanese Ivory Netsuke: Daruma Reading, Signed, 4.1 cm
An old Japanese carved ivory netsuke of Daruma, finely carved in seated pose reading a book, his right hand raised to his cheek. Signed with two-character marks to the base. Height 4.1 cm. Note: Daruma was reputedly a 6th century Indian monk who is…
Japanese Ivory Netsuke of Hotei with Rat
Mid 20th century Japanese ivory netsuke, depicting Hotei with his rat signed in oval cartouche. Height 5.5 cm
Meiji Ivory Netsuke: Peasant Drinking from Hyotan
A 19th century Japanese stained ivory netsuke of a peasant drinking from a Hyotan, Meiji period, unsigned, 5 cm high
Painted Japanese Ivory Netsuke: Roosting Hen
Vintage carved ivory netsuke - roosting hen Japanese, painted highlights. 4 cm wide
Japanese Ivory Manju Netsuke with Mythical Beast
A 19th century Japanese carved ivory Manju netsuke, circular disc form, incised carved with a mythical beast, double signed character mark to reverse, black stained recessed detail. Diameter 5.3 cm
Grotesque Ivory Netsuke with Signature Mark
Ivory netsuke, fine example of artistic carving modelled as four grotesque face masks with aged patina and makers signature mark
Ivory Netsuke: Octopus and Fish in Seashell
Antique Chinese carved ivory netsuke of a sea shell filled with octopus and fish
Smiling Buddha Netsuke by Kuniyama
An antique Japenese carved ivory netsuke; featuring a happy Buddha with a pop out red tongue, signed Kuniyama, size 54 x 44.5 x 27 mm.
Meiji Ivory Netsuke of Kabuki Actor with Rotating Face
A carved ivory netsuke of Kabuki Actor; with rotating face signed Kusatta Hiru, Meiji period
Ivory Netsuke of Hotei and Three Boys
An 18th-19th century small ivory netsuke, of Hotei seated with three boys, two who wrestle whilst one pours sake. Signed (Shuzan?). Width 5.2 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
Ivory Netsuke: Three Wise Monkeys and Dogs
Three ivory netsuke, 19th/20th century, depicting the three wise monkeys, three dogs at play and a recumbent dog respectively, signed, 3.6 cm high, 3 cm high, 1 cm high
Meiji Ivory Dragon Netsuke
Japanese Meiji period ivory netsuke, in the form of a entwined dragon, length 3 cm
Sumo Wrestlers Netsuke by Minjo
Japanese ivory netsuke, Meiji period, late 19th century, by Minjo, depicting two sumo wrestlers, details engraved and stained with ink, signed on an inlaid red lacquer tablet, single himotoshi, height 5 cm
Edo period ivory netsuke of Mandarin duck by Tomokazu
An antique signed ivory netsuke of a Mandarin duck, Edo period, 19th century, with signature of Tomokazu, the seated mandarin duck or oshidori finely engraved and inked to delineate feathers; signed underside; with valuation certificate from Hikari…
Ivory Netsuke: Samurai and Toad Catcher
Two carved and stained ivory netsuke, one depicting an elderly samurai the other a toad catcher, signed to foot the toad catcher 4.5 cm high
Meiji Period Ivory Netsuke Set
Three Japanese carved ivory netsuke, Meiji period, early 20th century, the tallest 5 cm high
Carved Ivory Netsukes: Mythical Dog, Man, and Woman
Three various carved ivory netsukes. Mythical dog with ball, man with basket, and woman with bowl. Height 2.5 cm (average)
Ivory Netsuke: Seated Shishi with Ball, Glaring Backwards
An old ivory netsuke of a shishi, seated on an oval base with right paw upon a ball, glaring backwards, stained highlights. Unsigned. Provenance: Purchased part lot 903, 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
Ivory netsuke: Shishi with ball, stained highlights, unsigned
An old ivory netsuke of a shishi, carved attempting to mount an enormous ball, stained highlights. Unsigned. Provenance: Purchased part lot 903, 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
Japanese Ivory Seated Man Netsuke, Signed
Japanese carved ivory seated man netsuke signed to base, height 3 cm.
Edo period carved ivory netsuke, finely carved early netsuke depicting Shishi on ball
Antique ivory Japanese netsuke, 19th century carved ivory netsuke depicting longevity, a well carved figure of a gentleman dragging a peach signed to the base
Rat Hunter Netsuke with Inlaid Detail
Ironwood and ivory netsuke, finely modelled in the form of a man with mallet to strike a large rat upon barrel, lovely patina and hand feel with inlaid detail to clothing, fine facial and hair detailing with artist signature inlaid on red circle to base
Meiji Ivory Tiger Netsuke
An ivory netsuke of a snarling tiger with arched back and inset eyes, signed, Meiji period
Japanese Ivory Netsuke Collection
Four Japanese carved ivory netsuke, comprising an elephant, a mouse atop a fruit, an old man smoking the pipe and a mouse on a skull, some signed (4), height 8.5 cm (elephant)
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