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Antique netsuke carved in boxwood depicting a mandarin duck, signed Tomokazu and dating to the Taishō period, with dimensions 6.8 × 4.0 × 2.6 cm and a weight of 11.45 g, in excellent condition with neatly executed cord holes.

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Antique boxwood netsuke depicting a Mandarin duck (Oshidori).
The mandarin duck is a highly prized subject, symbolizing fidelity and conjugal happiness in Japanese art.
This piece stands out for its generous size and the high quality of its sculpture.
The signature Tomokazu 友一, and I believe the date should be around the Taisho period, known for his animal subjects.
Very fine work on the bird's posture, with eyes embedded in a dark horn, giving a very realistic expression.
The boxwood with a honey amber patina, reflecting its age and well-used condition.
Length 6.8cm
Width 4cm
Height 2.6cm.
Weight 11.45 g.
Excellent condition of preservation; the cord passage holes (himotoshi) are perfectly executed.

Antique boxwood netsuke depicting a Mandarin duck (Oshidori).
The mandarin duck is a highly prized subject, symbolizing fidelity and conjugal happiness in Japanese art.
This piece stands out for its generous size and the high quality of its sculpture.
The signature Tomokazu 友一, and I believe the date should be around the Taisho period, known for his animal subjects.
Very fine work on the bird's posture, with eyes embedded in a dark horn, giving a very realistic expression.
The boxwood with a honey amber patina, reflecting its age and well-used condition.
Length 6.8cm
Width 4cm
Height 2.6cm.
Weight 11.45 g.
Excellent condition of preservation; the cord passage holes (himotoshi) are perfectly executed.

Details

Dynastic Style/Period
Late Edo period
Condition
Excellent condition
Provenance
Private collection
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