A Japanese boxwood netsuke of a kneeling mother with her child at - Wood (Boxwood) - Japan - Edo period (19th century)
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An Edo period (19th century) Japanese boxwood netsuke depicting a kneeling mother with her child, carved from boxwood with fine details including the underside and himotoshi, measuring 3.0 cm high, 3.2 cm wide and 2.9 cm deep, in excellent condition, with an official certificate of authenticity.
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A boxwood netsuke depicting a kneeling mother with her hands immersed in a washtub, accompanied by her child.
The details are finely carved even on the underside, where the folds of the garments, the feet, and the himotoshi are clearly visible.
Netsuke, composed of the kanji ne (根), meaning "root," and tsuke (付け), meaning "to attach," are small Japanese sculptures originally used as fasteners to secure objects to the sashes of kimono (obi 帯). From the late 19th century they became highly collectible in Europe and America, admired for the variety of subjects, the fine details, the patina and their strong tactile appeal.
---The netsuke is in good condition, with slight signs of wear. Please refer to the pictures for further details.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped via DHL or FedEx, accompanied by the original certificate of authenticity issued by Mastromauro Japanese art gallery based in Milan, Italy.
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Seller's Story
Mastromauro Arte Giapponese, based in Milan, specializes in Japanese art, with particular attention to the Edo (1603–1868) and Meiji (1868–1912) periods, while also maintaining an open perspective on more contemporary works.
Here on Catawiki, they offer a part of their collection in every weekly auction.
Translated by Google TranslateA boxwood netsuke depicting a kneeling mother with her hands immersed in a washtub, accompanied by her child.
The details are finely carved even on the underside, where the folds of the garments, the feet, and the himotoshi are clearly visible.
Netsuke, composed of the kanji ne (根), meaning "root," and tsuke (付け), meaning "to attach," are small Japanese sculptures originally used as fasteners to secure objects to the sashes of kimono (obi 帯). From the late 19th century they became highly collectible in Europe and America, admired for the variety of subjects, the fine details, the patina and their strong tactile appeal.
---The netsuke is in good condition, with slight signs of wear. Please refer to the pictures for further details.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped via DHL or FedEx, accompanied by the original certificate of authenticity issued by Mastromauro Japanese art gallery based in Milan, Italy.
234
Seller's Story
Mastromauro Arte Giapponese, based in Milan, specializes in Japanese art, with particular attention to the Edo (1603–1868) and Meiji (1868–1912) periods, while also maintaining an open perspective on more contemporary works.
Here on Catawiki, they offer a part of their collection in every weekly auction.
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Dynastic Style/Period
Edo period (19th century)
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Wood (Boxwood)
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
A Japanese boxwood netsuke of a kneeling mother with her child at
Height
3 cm
Width
3.2 cm
Depth
2.9 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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