Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke | Shunga | Erotic | Man and Woman | signed

Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke | Shunga | Erotic | Man and Woman
signed

c.1880

Approx 5.5cms (2 1/4″) long
Approx 3.5cms (1 1/3″) tall

In excellent condition
Signed to base – unable to discern signature

What is a Netsuke?
A netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th century Japan. They can be made from boxwood, Ivory, Bone and Silver. Initially a simply-carved button fastener on the cords of an inrō box, netsuke later developed into ornately sculpted objects of craftsmanship.

About Ivory: Australia has had a ban on ivory imports since 1990, however it remains legal to buy and sell ivory items domestically. As a result this item is not available for overseas shipping.