Netsuke, traditional Japanese miniature carvings used as toggles for securing personal items to kimono sashes, have fascinated collectors and art enthusiasts for centuries. Celebrated for their intricate craftsmanship, detailed carving, and cultural symbolism, netsuke remain highly sought-after examples of Japanese decorative art.
Dogs are known for the ease with which they give birth, and a netsuke of a dog, especially with a puppy, can represent a wish for an easy childbirth.
- 2 x 1.375 x 1.25"
