Vintage Chinese Hand-Carved Netsuke Immortal / Scholar Figurine 2"H Futondansu Width = 20" (Frame 26")

Width = 20" (Frame 26")

The lidded top swings open to reveal the area where the ink stone was once housed

Intricately carved with supreme detail

This is an antique Maru Obi a type of sash typically worn around the waist with a kimono

Vintage Chinese Hand-Carved Netsuke Immortal / Scholar Figurine 2"H Futondansu Width = 20" (Frame 26")Vintage Chinese Hand Carved Netsuke Style Immortal Scholar Figurine 2"H Late Republic period Chinese hand carved miniature figure, c. 1930s1940s. Finely detailed facial expression and clothing, with subtle hand applied pigment accents. Although not Japanese and not a functional netsuke, pieces like this are commonly collected and marketed as netsuke style carvings due to their similar scale, subject themes, and sculptural qualities. Warm natural