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Appreciating Ancient Traditional Japanese Art of Shunga Netsuke Okimono
For sale is a very beautiful Japanese shunganetsuke figuresshowing a samurai and geisha couple doing shunga.The figures bear very lively expressions and gestures.The intricateclothing and accessories are uniquely hand works for each set. The figuresare individually made; the base material is art resin that simulates soft skin tone and removable for rearrangements.
Shunga netsuke is an ancient Oriental art that has been made for hundreds of years. The carvings often incorporate, realism, dramatic exaggeration, humor and fun, and are interesting to collect and appreciate.
Please know that these netsuke figures are beautiful works of art and should not be confused with simple celloid mold. Because they are hand works each set is unique.We have saleed off some sets of such netsukes, the average prices fetched around $150.00, the highest realized over $300 per set.
Measurement: the figures in this set are larger than usual each figure approximately 3.5 to 4 inches long. Condition: mint, and come with an original box.Estimate: $120.00 -- $185.00Please feel free to ask questions, and welcome to check out another set of netsukes we have in the listings. Happy Spring and happy collecting!
