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Snail On A Bamboo Shoot

Offered by Mastromauro Japanese Art

Snail On A Bamboo Shoot - Asian Works of Art Style

Ref : 105514

4 500 €

Period :: 19th century
Provenance :: Japan
Medium :: Ivory
Dimensions :: l. 1.18 inch X H. 2.76 inch X P. 1.18 inch

Asian Works of Art - Snail On A Bamboo Shoot

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Snail On A Bamboo Shoot

Ivory netsuke depicting a snail crawling on a bamboo shoot. The snail is carefully rendered highlighting its curvature of the shell.

The underside is enhanced with spherical horn details and an excellent patina.

Period: Edo 19th century
Dimensions: 7 x 3 x 3 cm.
State of conservation: Very good