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May 2023 Fine Art & Estate Auction

Carved Japanese Netsuke Jasper Bead Necklace

This auction ended on May 31, 2023.

Start price: $50

Estimated price: $100 - $200

Buyer's Premium: 25%

Description

Item/Description: Lovely over the head Japanese necklace made from polished jasper stone beads. All hand-knotted. Beautiful hues and variation in color. Exquisitely hand-carved and painted Netsuke in traditional costume. Smiling maiden holding a fan. Two accent bone balls and gold tone spacer beads. Unsigned.

Material: Jasper stone, bone, gold tone metal

Dimensions: Necklace Length: 30"; Netsuke Length: 2"; Width: 1"; Bead Width:12mm; approximately 154 grams

Condition: Very Fine. Free of cracks, damage. Surface use and age wear includes scratches.

Age: 20th Century

Provenance: Private Estate

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