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A group of four stag antler netsuke.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:750.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 2,000.00 USD
A group of four stag antler netsuke.
Mid 19th century. The first, a bamboo design shakuhachi (flute) with four sound holes. 3 1/8in (7.8cm). The second, an ash tray resembling a straw basket, lined with dark wood, cord attachment by a stag antler peg at the bottom. 1 1/8in (2.9cm). The third, ryusa manju of a water wheel, the eight spokes of the wheel bordered by flowing water, the reverse carved in a triangular band with a cog at its center. 1in (2.4cm). The fourth, dripping candle, the wick formed by a separate piece of stained antler inserted into the top. 4in (10.1cm).