Netsuke Two
Has anyone heard of a oriental netsuke being made of some sought of rock or stone?
I’ve recently bought an oriental netsuke, Its made of some sought of rock or stone and its calved with two walruses on there bellies, On the underside are two holes and a makers name all inlaid with what I presume to be ivory or bone.
Can any one tell me where I can get more information on it?
I’ve tried looking it up on the internet but with no success.
If anyone can help I would be grateful.
Only sensible answers please
Japanese netsuke are a kind of toggle worn by men as part of a belt fastening their robes.
they can be carved from wood, ivory bone, they can be plain & smooth, inlaid or inscribed. The colour usually indicates the material. Most have an often grotesque animal themes
The two holes are for the strings of the toggle to pass through.
As yours is signed it may well be valuable. Your best bet for information is to take it to a reputable auction house, most devote at least a day a week specially for valuing/ giving information on any objects brought in by the public. This is a free service, though they may want to auction itt for you if valuable
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