- A Ivory Netsuke Carving of Zodiac
A Ivory Netsuke Carving of Zodiac Animals carved in a spherical form with inset eyes having carved himotoshi at the back. Height 1 inch.
- Signed Zodiac Netsuke Beautifully
Signed Zodiac Netsuke Beautifully carved with open work and great attention to detail signed on the bottom faint pigment on eyes.
- TWELVE MEIJI JAPANESE ZODIAC SYMBOL
TWELVE MEIJI JAPANESE ZODIAC SYMBOL CARVED WOOD NETSUKEA very fine intact set of twelve carved netsuke representing the zodiac. Each artist signed example with inlaid eyes is very finely carved and displays very nice patina.This collection is displayed in a small divided case with interesting labels and written information from Josephine Bird Hall, a lifelong collector of Asian and other antiques who lived in Kansas City, Missouri from 1888 to 1948.Sizes range from 0.75 x 1.25 x 1.5 to 1.5 x 1 x 0.75 inches.Very good original untouched condition. There are no issues of damage or repair.Provenance: The collection of Josephine Bird Hall (1888 - 1948) by descent to her son, the present owner. Josephine's father was a founder of Kansas City's Emery, Bird, Thayer Department Store.
- A Partial Set of Eleven Japanese
A Partial Set of Eleven Japanese Ivory Zodiac Netsuke comprising each of the animals except the rabbit each signed. Height of rooster 1 3/4 inches.
- JAPANESE NETSUKE ZODIAC ANIMALS
JAPANESE NETSUKE ZODIAC ANIMALS PENDANTVintage signed Japanese netsuke with relief depictions of the 12 zodiac animals in superb detail, mounted in 14k gold to make a pendant. Measures about 1-3/4" wide. PLEASE NOTE: This is antique, pre-ban African elephant ivory and can be shipped only where allowed by law.
- Ivory Netsuke of the Twelve Zodiac
Ivory Netsuke of the Twelve Zodiac Animals Early 20th Century Of oval shape the twelve animals carved in the round and climbing upon one another 2.8" (width) 7cm (width)
- A 19th Century Japanese five division
A 19th Century Japanese five division lacquer inro decorated with Signs of the Zodiac signed to base and with ivory ball pattern netsuke
- Cased Set of Twelve Chinese Elaborately
Cased Set of Twelve Chinese Elaborately Carved and Oxidized Bone Zodiac Symbols, in the traditional style, forming netsukes, presented in a custom fitted oblong blue linen case with twelve padded compartments, each figure signed on its base in incised calligraphy, each h. 1-1/2".
- Five Japanese carved ivory netsukes
Five Japanese carved ivory netsukes figures include: bears zodiac animals horse man's head and putrid fruit in basket all approximately 2 in. L. Estimate $ 150-250 Additional comments added on 12/6/2011: *Mans head and animal group are signed *The date from probably the first half of the 20th century. Appropriate wear.
- Tortoise Shizui Wood Netsuke Depicting
Tortoise Shizui Wood Netsuke Depicting one of the four signs of good omen Shizui, standing on a leaf; with dark patina. Signed on bottom, approx. 1-1/8"T x 2"L x 1-1/4"W.
- Two carved Japanese Netsuke's.20th
Two carved Japanese Netsuke's.20th century.One Phoenix, signed to base. Together with a Dragon-turtle. Signed to base.
- Group of three carved wood netsuke,
Group of three carved wood netsuke, including: Stacked fish, single swimming fish, and a prawn in a cage, signed red pigment on bone; overall excellent condition, light surface soiling, light age wear, light surface wear; largest L 1 1/2" W 1" H 1 1/2" (Approx.)
- Standing Dragon Wood Netsuke Depicting
Standing Dragon Wood Netsuke Depicting one of four the signs of good omen; Shizui, with dark patina. Signed on bottom, approx. 2-1/8"T x 1"L x 7/8"W.
- 6 JAPANESE ANIMAL NETSUKESLot 6
6 JAPANESE ANIMAL NETSUKESLot 6 old Japanese carved bone netsukes: fish, turtle, rhino, monkey, horse and dog. Three are signed.
- 2 JAPANESE IVORY NETSUKE, DRAGON
2 JAPANESE IVORY NETSUKE, DRAGON & FOO DOG
- Three Carved and Polychromed Netsuke
Three Carved and Polychromed Netsuke Including a man holding a fan and a gourd shaped container a man holding a hare by the ears and a geisha holding a fan and a parasol. Each is signed on the underside and hand painted.
- A Group of Five Japanese Ivory
A Group of Five Japanese Ivory Netsuke including figures riding a mythical fish (marked); an old man doing a back-bend (marked); a seated man gesturing to his temples (marked); a rotund bearded figure with a staff (marked); and a standing figure of a child holding a bowl (marked).
- A Japanese carved ivory ''Actor''
A Japanese carved ivory ''Actor'' trick netsuke along with a Chinese carved ivory figure of a fisherman with a dog. The trick (or Karakuri) netsuke is black highlighted signed on base and mounted to a gold tone loop. One side of the face shows a young woman's face and the other a ugly gnarled face. Condition: Chinese fisherman is slightly coming off stand tip of fishing rod has broken off fish needs to be re-strung see images. Trick netsuke measures 2.4'' tall and fisherman measures 6'' tall to tip of rod. Shipping weight .5 lb.
- FOUR JAPANESE NETSUKEEach signed.
FOUR JAPANESE NETSUKEEach signed. Three of male figures, the fourth of two fish atop waves. Heights 1.25 to 2.25 in.
- Five Japanese carved ivory netsukes
Five Japanese carved ivory netsukes 1) falcon perched on skull; 2) mouse on top of skull; 3) coiled snake; 4) dragon on pot; 5) deity figure; 1 - 2 in. H.
- 4 JAPANESE NETSUKESLot 4 old Japanese
4 JAPANESE NETSUKESLot 4 old Japanese to 2.25 in tall: man with fish having revolving face; man in basket; man in shell; and man carrying large mask. All are signed.
- Four Carved Ivory Netsuke Beautifully
Four Carved Ivory Netsuke Beautifully carved and adorned with polychrome pigments each netsuke depicts a standing and smiling male figure holding various objects. Each is signed under the foot.
- Gama Sennin with a Fish Netsuke
Gama Sennin with a Fish Netsuke Carved ivory of a standing hermit holding a fish, and quite pleased. Inset eyes and detailing up the back of stockings, not signed. Approx. 3-1/4"T.
- MEIJI PERIOD JAPANESE IVORY ZODIAC
MEIJI PERIOD JAPANESE IVORY ZODIAC BALL Beautifully carved globe completely covered in intertwined relief carvings of representative animals from 'Juunishi', the Japanese Zodiac, including: Rat (nezumi); Ox (ushi); Tiger (tora); Rabbit (usagi); Dragon (tatsu); Snake (hebi); Horse (uma); Sheep (hitsugi); Monkey (saru); Rooster (tori); Dog (inu); Boar (inoshishi). Unsigned, 2 1/4" diam. Shrinkage cracks, lovely patina.
Each figure has symbolic caricature traits, it is conjecture as to if this had a fortune telling function.
- Four Japanese carved wood netsukes
Four Japanese carved wood netsukes 1) frog with two young on back, 2 1/2 in. L.; 2) rabbit with young, signed, 1 1/2 in. L.; 3) rearing goat, signed, 2 1/2 in. L.; 4) owl, 2 in. H.
- A Lacquered Wood Netsuke of a Man
A Lacquered Wood Netsuke of a Man depicting a man holding a silvered fox mask wearing billowing robes with swirling gilt decoration unsigned. Height 2 1/4 inches.
- Japanese Masks and Netsukes Japanese
Japanese Masks and Netsukes Japanese an assembled group including a papier mache mask with gilded eyes a bronze mythological beast mask an Edo-style netsuke in plastic with four rats marked PMS on bottom and a dragon netsuke in resin with two characters on bottom; largest ht. 10.5 in. Condition: Papier mache mask with loss of paper and paint.
- A Carved Ivory Fish and Rat Netsuke
A Carved Ivory Fish and Rat Netsuke Carved with attention to detail this netsuke depicts a fish with exaggerated size head and three mice crawling over it; signed on base possibly Hakuzan.
- Six Japanese carved and polychromed
Six Japanese carved and polychromed ivory netsukes figures include: man with monkey woman with lotus flower elder with peach Hotai fisherman and boy with bowl 1 1/2 to 2 in. L. Estimate $ 300-500 Appropriate wear polychrome loss.
- Three Carved Figural Netsuke Carved
Three Carved Figural Netsuke Carved from animal tooth hollow forms depicting male figures all signed apprx. 1-1/2"T to 2"T.
- JAPANESE CARVED KOI & MAN NETSUKEDESCRIPTION:
JAPANESE CARVED KOI & MAN NETSUKEDESCRIPTION: A Japanese hand carved netsuke, featuring a man latching onto a koi fish. Composed of bone. CIRCA:19th Ct. ORIGIN: Japan DIMENSIONS: H:2.2" x W:1" x L:1.3" CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
- Three Japanese or Chinese carved
Three Japanese or Chinese carved ivory netsukes first half- 20th century; including a seal, fox with a ball, and a dog
- Netsuke Japanese early 20th C.
Netsuke Japanese early 20th C. carved ivory figure of man with fish 2 1/2'' h.
- 5 JAPANESE NETSUKESLot 5 assorted
5 JAPANESE NETSUKESLot 5 assorted old Japanese carved netsukes to 3 inch tall: man with snake, signed; woman with wings; man on turtle (repro.); and 2 others with men (signed).
- Carved Horn Netsuke of Many Faces
Carved Horn Netsuke of Many Faces Carved horn, dark golden/brown color, with ten "faces" including a bird and a rat. Not signed, approx. 1-1/2"D.
- Dragon Shizui Wood Netsuke Carved
Dragon Shizui Wood Netsuke Carved Dragon, one of four signs of good omen Shizui, in upright position; with dark patina. Signed on bottom, approx. 2"T x 1-1/4"L x 1-1/4"W.