Carved wooden netsuke. - Wood - other

Japanese wooden netsuke carved – Longgui, dragon-headed tortoise – Seal on the reverse Country of origin: Japan Material: Wood Type: Netsuke Subject: Longgui / dragon-headed tortoise Height: 4.5 cm Width: 5.5 cm Weight: 30 grams Condition: good condition with signs of aging (see photo) Beautiful Japanese wooden netsuke carved depicting a Longgui, a mythological creature combining a tortoise and a dragon. The sculpture features a particularly expressive dragon head, the open mouth revealing teeth, a lush mane, powerful claws, and a carefully worked shell. Beautiful antique brown patina. The reverse shows the two open himotoshi holes characteristic of netsuke as well as a carved seal on the reverse. Decorative and collectible object, presented in its aged condition with signs of aging and use visible in the photographs. Fast and careful shipping

Estimate:£3.38

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