Netsuke – Roof Tile and Political Statement
Netsuke – Roof Tile and Political Statement
Netsuke – Roof Tile and Political Statement
Netsuke – Roof Tile and Political Statement

Netsuke – Roof Tile and Political Statement

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An ivory netsuke depicting a spider sat on its web atop a broken roof tile with scattered leaves. The end of the roof tile is interestingly decorated with the Tokugawa mon. The combination of the broken tile and spider’s web could be a political message. Signalling the decline of the long reign of the Tokugawa, this netsuke was designed to be worn very discreetly to show displeasure with the current system.

Unsigned

Circa 1860

Length – 3.9cm

Width – 3.5cm

Height – 1.4cm

If you are interested in purchasing this netsuke you can contact me via the details below.

Phone or Whatsapp: +447534 423 803

Email: robert@willford-ja.co.uk 

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