Antique Japanese Ceramic Netsuke Fukurokujin Lucky God 2" Box given the high demand

given the high demand

Surface wear consistent with age

This vintage sometsuke (染付) porcelain bowl features a beautifully controlled radiating amime-style網目 net patternhand-painted in cobalt

and the natural passage of time

This is a special Japanese knife used for marking a basting line while sewing

Antique Japanese Ceramic Netsuke Fukurokujin Lucky God 2" Box given the high demandAntique Japanese ceramic netsuke depicting Fukurokujin, the god of wisdom, happiness, and longevity. He is shown in his characteristic form with an elongated forehead, seated in a calm, dignified pose. This example is particularly unusual as a ceramic (rather than the more commonly encountered wood or ivory), and features hand painted details with soft, aged coloration. The glaze and painted surface show natural wear, contributing to its character and