Lot 790
Japanese Netsuke: Terrific 19th Century Boxwood Carving of Masseur Signed by Tanako Minko. As the kimono, the traditional form of Japanese dress, had no pockets, Japanese men suspended small items they needed to take with them, such as tobacco pouches, purses, pipes and writing implements on a silk cord from their sash, and to stop the cord from slipping, it was fed through a toggle, or a netsuke. The custom of wearing netsukes flourished in Japan for more than three centuries (1600 to the mid 19th century) but the golden age of the netsuke is considered to be from 1800 to 1850. Terrific 19th Century boxwood carving of a masseur working on the left shoulder and arm of a man sitting on a mat, legs crossed underneath and leaning forward. But how charming is the expression of contentment on both their faces! In excellent condition, 1½ x 1". Estimate Value $1,800 - UP
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