Japan, Mid-edo Period (1603–1868) - Netsuke In Antler "bundle Carrier" (shunga)

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Japan, Mid-edo Period (1603–1868) - Netsuke In Antler "bundle Carrier" (shunga)

Japan, mid-Edo period (1603–1868).

Stag-antler netsuke depicting a small porter squeezed between two bundles. Himotoshi drilled through one rear lobe; the porous core of the antler is visible at the tip. A playful trompe-l’œil with a discreet erotic undertone, characteristic of Edo-period taste.
Condition: honey patina, minor wear; fine material lines inherent to antler (stable).
Size: H 7 cm; W 4 cm; D 2.7 cm.

380 €

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Honoré des Arts - Paris, France

Period: 19th century

Style: Asian art

Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Bone

Width: 4

Height: 7

Depth: 2,7

Reference (ID): 1608958

Availability: In stock