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Rare Cherry Wood Edo Period Signed Masakazu Netsuke Tree Calligraphy On Stump
Rare Cherry Wood Edo Period Signed Masakazu Netsuke Tree Calligraphy On Stump
Rare Cherry Wood Edo Period Signed Masakazu Netsuke Tree Calligraphy On Stump
Rare Cherry Wood Edo Period Signed Masakazu Netsuke Tree Calligraphy On Stump
Rare Cherry Wood Edo Period Signed Masakazu Netsuke Tree Calligraphy On Stump
Rare Cherry Wood Edo Period Signed Masakazu Netsuke Tree Calligraphy On Stump
Rare Cherry Wood Edo Period Signed Masakazu Netsuke Tree Calligraphy On Stump
Rare Cherry Wood Edo Period Signed Masakazu Netsuke Tree Calligraphy On Stump
Rare Cherry Wood Edo Period Signed Masakazu Netsuke Tree Calligraphy On Stump

Rare Cherry Wood Edo Period Signed Masakazu Netsuke Tree Calligraphy On Stump

$ 1504.8

Availability: 85 in stock
  • Primary Material: Wood
  • Region of Origin: Japan

    Description

    For your consideration today is a 19th century netsuke or belt fastener from the Edo period of Japan which lasted from 1615 to 1868. Originally simple utilitarian fasteners that originated in the 17th century, netsuke were later developed into ornately sculpted objects of craftsmanship.
    This example exemplifies the highly advanced craftsmanship that reached its pinnacle towards the end of the Edo period. What I believe is cut black cherry wood has been ironically carved into a tree stump. On one side, carved crevices imitate natural cracks and splits. And on top, rests a scroll and a quill to create a representation of calligraphy.
    On the other side, are the same carved crevices with two circular holes to insert and attach a belt cord. Here, it is signed by the notable period artist 正一, or Masakazu, whose stunning depictions of nature, scholarship, and philosophy have been included in the British Museum.
    Measures .5 x 1.25 x 1.75 inches as is a standard size for a netsuke from that time. Don’t be afraid to make me an offer!