An ivory manju-type netsuke, crafted using the Shibayama technique with inlays of horn, mother-of-pearl, coral, and tortoiseshell.
The subject depicts a falcon perched on a blossoming cherry branch, while the reverse side features two swallows in flight.
Signed on a rectangular mother-of-pearl plaque.
Period: Meiji, late 19th century
Dimensions: 5 x 2.4 cm
Condition: Excellent condition
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