Japan - Late Edo period

Netsuke Tanegashima, all-metal, Edo period.
Authentic Japanese netsuke depicting a Tanegashima matchlock rifle.
It's a collectible piece that stands out for its entirely metal construction, unlike the more common models with a wooden stock.
Length 7 cm for a weight of 91.91 g.
The dog is articulated, a non-functional showroom display piece.
Presence of the original suspension ring on the lower part for cord passage.
Very beautiful patina, goldsmithing work typical of the late Edo period (19th century).