An ivory netsuke depicting a woven basket containing two overlapping fish: one with an elongated, scaly body, the other flatter and mottled. The rim of the basket is carved and incised in a spiral, with the base engraved in parallel lines to emphasize the weaving. On the reverse, the woven motif continues with regular incisions and the two himotoshi. ---The netsuke is in good condition. Please refer to the pictures for further details. 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. --- We will pack your object with the utmost care and entrust it to DHL or FedEx for delivery within 1–3 days. This lot complies with the current European Community regulations for the trade of pre-1947 worked ivory. The original CITES certificate will be delivered together with the object (valid only within the European Union). The original certificate of authenticity issued by our gallery will be provided to the buyer.. This item cannot be sold outside the EU--- 237