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

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Object description :

"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.

Price: 380 €

Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Bone
Width: 4
Height: 7
Depth: 2,7

Reference: 1608958
Availability: In stock