A Signed Japanese Ivory Netsuke of Frogs, Meiji - Taishō Period Early examples held flower petals

Early examples held flower petals or the bride’s bouquet

An original chromogenic print

with areas of surface dullness and abrasion commensurate with age and recovery conditions

exported wares bore the marks “Japan” or “Made in Japan

Measurements: 9

A Signed Japanese Ivory Netsuke of Frogs, Meiji - Taishō Period Early examples held flower petalsA Meiji or Taish period green stained ivory netsuke, intricately carved as two frogs resting on lily pads. The frogs are depicted with lively realism, their textured skin and alert postures conveying vitality and natural charm. Frogs in Japanese symbolism are associated with good fortune, safe journeys, and fertility, while the harmonious composition atop lily pads demonstrates the carvers sense of balance and natural observation. Signed to the base