Japanese Double Gourd Netsuke

c. 1850
$268 USD SOLD
Dimensions
H: 2.0" Dia: 0.75"
Materials
Brass
Collection #
AA017
Estimated Shipping
$20

In 19th-century Japan, kimono-clad men compensated for the garment’s lack of pockets by wearing small pouches secured by button-like fasteners known as netsuke. Although these tiny, fob-like objects had a practical purpose, they were exquisitely crafted of a wide range of materials and become fashionable as treasured accessories. This brass netsuke was shaped to a simple double-gourd form, a symbol of longevity and protection. With a graceful and balanced design, this petite netsuke lives on as a delightful storied object.

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