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Subject:Japanese Piece
Posted By: BL Sat, Nov 09, 2024 IP: 70.107.185.131
Hello Everybody,
I recently bought the small piece below. It is 4.5" high, and 2.5" wide and deep. Any information about its age and what material it looks to be made out would be appreciated. There is one character on the bottom. Is that its signature? A translation would help. Thanks.
BL







Subject:Re: Japanese Piece
Posted By: Madria Sun, Nov 10, 2024
In my opinion your netsuke is made out of treated ivory. The picture is somewhat blurry but I think I can make out parallel graining and "cross-hatchings" in the texture.

Subject:Re: Japanese Piece
Posted By: BL Sun, Nov 10, 2024
Thank you Madia.
BL

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