A WOOD NETSUKE OF TWO TORTOISES

A WOOD NETSUKE OF TWO TORTOISES
Unsigned
Japan, 19
th
century, Edo period (1615-1868)
Finely carved as a large tortoise stretching its neck to face its young clambering on top of its back, the carapaces neatly detailed and eyes minutely inlaid in dark horn. Natural himotoshi.
LENGTH 4.8 cm
Condition: Good condition with minor wear. The larger tortoise with tiny chips to the edge of the carapace and one small loss to one toe.