Museum Selection Fisherman Netsuke

Rooted in the long tradition of Japanese netsuke, this Museum Selection Fisherman Netsuke is a hand-carved miniature sculpture in boxwood. Netsuke began as finely carved toggles used from the 17th century onwards to secure small containers such as inro to the sash of a kimono, later evolving into a distinct sculptural art form. The fisherman motif reflects the Japanese practice of carving everyday scenes, where the figure symbolises perseverance and quiet prosperity.

Created exclusively for this museum selection, it offers a compact format suited to a curio cabinet or display shelf, bringing a considered touch of Japanese carving heritage to a collection.

Key features

• Hand-carved fisherman netsuke
• Boxwood construction
• Traditional Japanese netsuke carving style
• Fisherman motif symbolising perseverance and quiet prosperity
• Made exclusively for this museum selection

Specifications

• Size: 5 x 3
• Item height: 5
• Item width: 3
• Item depth: 0
• Weight: 13

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Rackhams Reference : S18AIBSDHJ