A charming vintage Japanese netsuke depicting an octopus, hand-carved from boxwood. The octopus is represented in a compact, rounded composition, with its long tentacles curling around the body. The individually carved suckers and subtle facial details give the piece a distinctive and playful character. The warm coloration and natural patina of the boxwood enhance its vintage appearance. The signature or maker could not be identified. Period: Showa period, circa 20th century Signature: Unidentified / Unknown Subject: Octopus Material: Boxwood Dimensions: H 40 mm × W 40 mm × D 30 mm Weight: 12 g Origin: Japan Condition Good vintage condition. Minor signs of age and handling are present, including light surface wear and natural patina consistent with its age. No obvious major damage is visible in the provided photograph. Please carefully examine the photographs for the overall condition and details, as they form an important part of the description. The item will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking. We use Japan post as a usual shipping method. Dear buyers in Italy At present, unfortunately, shipments to your countries are experiencing significant difficulties with customs clearance and delivery. I will always make every effort to ship using the most appropriate method available. However, due to the current situation and the high risk of customs or delivery issues, I strongly recommend that buyers in Italy refrain from bidding at this time. Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation. Regarding undervaluation requests, I occasionally receive requests from buyers to declare a lower value for customs purposes. However, I must respectfully decline all such requests, as undervaluation is illegal and may result in customs violations, fines, delays, or confiscation of the item. To ensure compliance with international laws and regulations, all shipments are declared at their full and accurate sale value. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.