Netsuke Collection

A finely lacquered group of seven netsuke
1766580 A finely lacquered group of seven netsuke; Private Collection; (add.info.: A finely lacquered group of seven netsuke. 19th Century.); Photo © Christie's Images

Netsuke in the Form of a Monkey on a Horse, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Netsuke in the Form of a Monkey on a Horse, 19th century

First Cooking of the New Year, early 19th century. Creator: Katsura Mitsunaga
First Cooking of the New Year, early 19th century

Frog Crawling through Leaves, First half of 19th century. Creator: Naito Toyomasa
Frog Crawling through Leaves, First half of 19th century

Sage with blowing hat, c. 1900 (ivory)
BAL52362 Sage with blowing hat, c.1900 (ivory) by Komei, Ishikawa (1852-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: by Ishikawa Komei)

Doran (Square Leather Box Used as an Inro) with a Watch as a Netsuke From the Spr... probably 1817
Doran (Square Leather Box Used as an Inro) with a Watch as a Netsuke From the Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shu), vol. 3, probably 1817

Ryusa, c. 1830-60 (ivory) (see also 441585)
PFR445184 Ryusa, c.1830-60 (ivory) (see also 441585) by Japanese School, (19th century); diam: 4.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: depicts fable of saru kani kassen ; ); © Paul Freeman

Netsuke, Edo period (1615-1868). Creator: Unknown
Netsuke, Edo period (1615-1868)

Inro Decorated with the Animals of the Zodiac, Japan, 19th century. Creator: Koma Kyuhaku
Inro Decorated with the Animals of the Zodiac, Japan, 19th century

Design for Leather and Netsuke, 19th century. Creator: Kubo Shunman
Design for Leather and Netsuke, 19th century

Inro and Netsuke... 1810s. Creator: Kubo Shunman
" Inro and Netsuke, " from the series Famous Leathers, Inro, and Netsuke (Meibutsu kawa, inro, netsuke) From the Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shu), vol. 2, 1810s

Inro and Two Netsuke, 19th century. Creator: Kubo Shunman
Inro and Two Netsuke, 19th century

Camellia Flowers, a Netsuke and a Seal, 19th century. Creator: Kubo Shunman
Camellia Flowers, a Netsuke and a Seal, 19th century

Netsuke, Edo period, late 17th-mid 18th century. Creators: Haritsu Ogawa, Yoshitomo
Netsuke, Edo period, late 17th-mid 18th century

Netsuke: the Rishi Tekkai, Edo period, 18th century. Creator: Shuzan
Netsuke: the Rishi Tekkai, Edo period, 18th century

Netsuke, Edo period, 18th century. Creator: Shuzan
Netsuke, Edo period, 18th century

Netsuke: Riujin, Edo period, 18th century. Creator: Shuzan
Netsuke: Riujin, Edo period, 18th century

Netsuke of a mouse emerging from a bamboo shoot (ivory)
451592 Netsuke of a mouse emerging from a bamboo shoot (ivory) by Japanese School; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands, UK; eWolverhampton Art Gallery; Japanese, out of copyright

Feather-Brush and Doran (a Kind of Medicine Case) with a Netsuke of a Rat, probably 1816

Lacquer Inro with Waterbirds and Ox-shaped Netsuke in a Box From the Spring Rain Collection (Harusame shu), vol. 3, probably 1817

Demon Covering Shoki, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Demon Covering Shoki, 19th century

salt shell Shiogai title object comparison Genroku poems
The salt shell Shiogai (title on object) A comparison of Genroku poems and shells (series title) Genroku kasen kaiawase (series title on object), A box of salty cookies in the form of plum blossom

Horses iris Komashobu title object series horses
Horses iris Komashobu (title on object) A series with horses (series title) Umazukushi (series title on object), A tobacco bag with a belt knot (netsuke)

Dog, One of Twelve Animals in the Japanese Zodiac, Netsuke, c19th century. Victoria and Albert Museum. London

Japenese Netsuke, The Two Heroes, Benkei and Yoshitune, 19th century. Musashibo Benkei (1155-1189), popularly called Benkei

Japanese Netsuke Horse

Japanese Netsuke of Two Shojo, Drunkards, Edo Period, 18th century. Artist: Gyoku-un
Japanese Netsuke of Two Shojo, Drunkards, Edo Period, 18th century. Signed Gyoku-Un

Japanese Netsuke of an owl, used as a talisman against ingratitude

Japanese Netsuke of a dog, one of the twelve animals of the Japanese Zodiac, from the V&As collection

Japanese Netsuke of a snake, 19th century
Japanese Netsuke of a snake, one of the twelve animals of the Japanese Zodiac, from the V&As collection, 19th century

Japanese Netsuke of a No dancer as a Shojo. Artist: Masahira
Japanese Netsuke of a No dancer as a Shojo or drunken sprite, signed Masahira. from the V&As collection

Japanese Netsuke of a man and boy at new year, 19th century
Japanese Netsuke of a man and boy scattering red beans at new year to drive away evil spirits, from the V&As collection, 19th century

Japanese Netsuke of a tiger, 19th century
Japanese Netsuke of a tiger, one of the twelve animals of the Japanese Zodiac, from the V&As collection, 19th century

Japanese Netsuke of a rat, 19th century
Japanese Netsuke of a rat, one of the twelve animals of the Japanese Zodiac, from the V&As collection, 19th century

Japanese Netsuke of a dog, 19th century
Japanese Netsuke of a dog, one of the twelve animals of the Japanese Zodiac, from the V&As collection, 19th century

Japanese Netsuke of two drunkards, 18th century. Artist: Gyoku-un
Japanese Netsuke of two Shujo (drunkards), signed Gyoku-un, 18th century

Japanese Netsuke of a Chinese dancer and child, 18th century. Artist: Masahira
Japanese Netsuke of a Chinese dancer and child, 18th century

Japanese Netsuke of a skeleton playing a drum, 18th century
Japanese Netsuke of a skeleton playing a drum, from the V&As collection, 18th century

Japanese Netsuke of a cockerel, 19th century
Japanese Netsuke of a cockerel, one of the twelve animals of the Japanese Zodiac, from the V&As collection, 19th century

Japanese Netsuke and purse, 19th century
Japanese Netsuke and purse from the V&As collection, 19th century

Japanese Netsuke of a mermaid on a clam, 18th century
Japanese Netsuke of a mermaid on a clam, signed Hideharu, in the V&A museum, 18th cntury

Japanese Netsuke of a monkey, 19th century
Japanese Netsuke of a monkey, one of the twelve animals of the Japanese Zodiac, from the V&As collection, 19th century

Japanese Netsuke of a goat, 18th century
Japanese Netsuke of a goat, one of the twelve animals of the Japanese Zodiac, from the V&As collection

Japanese Netsuke of a hare, one of the twelve animals of the Japanese Zodiac, from the V&As collection

Netsuke carved in the form of a tiger, one of the 12 animals of the Japanese zodiac
Netsuke carved in the form of a rat, one of the 12 animals of the Japanese zodiac. A netsuke is a fastening for attaching a pouch for carrying personal items (inro) to the sash of a kimono

Netsuke carved in the form of a rat, one of the 12 animals of the Japanese zodiac. A netsuke is a fastening for attaching a pouch for carrying personal items (inro) to the sash of a kimono

Feather-Brush Doran Kind Medicine Case Netsuke
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"Netsuke: Miniature Masterpieces of Japanese Art and Craftsmanship" Step into the enchanting world of netsuke, intricate miniature sculptures that have captivated art enthusiasts for centuries. From delicate ivory carvings to leather boxes adorned with watches, each netsuke tells a unique story. One such masterpiece is the sage with a blowing hat, crafted around 1900 from exquisite ivory. This tiny sculpture captures the essence of wisdom and tranquility in its intricate details. Another remarkable piece is Doran, a square leather box used as an inro, ingeniously transformed into a netsuke by incorporating a watch. Created by Hokusen Taigaku in 1817, it showcases the fusion of functionality and artistic expression. In "Still Life with a Netsuke Figure, " painted in 1926 using oil on panel, we witness how these small sculptures became subjects of larger works of art. The attention to detail and vibrant colors bring this netsuke figure to life on canvas. The ryusa netsuke from the Edo period (1615-1868), made from delicate ivory between 1830-60, offers us a glimpse into traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Its intricately carved scenes depict nature's beauty with astonishing precision. As we explore further, we encounter various anonymous creators who have left their mark on history through their exceptional skills. A mysterious Edo period netsuke transports us back in time while an intricately decorated Inro featuring animals from the zodiac mesmerizes us with its symbolism. Kubo Shunman emerges as another prominent artist whose designs grace both leather pieces and netsukes alike during the 19th century. His creations showcase his mastery over different materials and his ability to infuse them with elegance and charm. Haritsu Ogawa and Yoshitomo collaborate on an extraordinary late 17th-mid 18th-century netsuke that exudes timeless beauty through its meticulous craftsmanship.