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Description

The listing, Rare Authentic Carved Netsuke Snifter w/spoon SIGNED has ended.

RARE ANTIQUE AUTHENTIC CARVED FINE NETSUKE & SIGNED

EXCELLENT CONDITION !!!
SIZE : 2 1/2 X 7 X 1 cm

I will combine shipping if you want more than one. My pieces are one of a kind. I haven't ever seen them anywhere before and they are all signed. They are part of my family' and my 60+ year collection. Paypal accepted, shipping will be a flat rate depending on where you live, approx. $ 5-6. THANKS for looking and Happy Hunting!

Questions & Comments

I do not question this snuff bottle at all. I also am not questioning your representation of what you believe they are.
However, it is not a netsuke by any means.
To learn about what a netsuke is simply view this educational link:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Netsuke
I have been active in antiques and collectibles for 48 years of my 67 year life so far. I am simply passing my knowledge forward and trying to help a younger generation.
Mammoth ivory schreger lines converge at an angle 90 degrees or less, while elephant ivory schreger lines converge at 115 degrees or more.
Little bottles like this have been carved so many different mediums I don't have enough fingers and toes to explain them all.
( ͡ ° ͜o ͡ ° ) and bidding
Doc

Doc

Apr 14th, 2014 at 7:03:47 PM PDT by

I bet Banjo and Fiddle could make " Beautiful music together" (wink, wink) if you know what I mean.

Apr 18th, 2014 at 1:57:44 PM PDT by

what is it made from? Do you know approximately how old it is?

Apr 12th, 2014 at 1:27:40 PM PDT by

f&w!

Apr 18th, 2014 at 1:51:12 PM PDT by

Hey Doc thot you were buying it for me. buy 2 and send me one. LOL

Apr 18th, 2014 at 1:29:59 PM PDT by

You state over 60 years old Do you know exact age ?

Apr 18th, 2014 at 12:42:31 PM PDT by

I once had a dog named Fiddle! I wonder if him and Banjo are somehow related?

Apr 17th, 2014 at 10:05:46 PM PDT by

The mark on the bottom could mean a number of things.
The doctor is retired from this auction as it has exceeded his max bid
Good luck to Jo and all you bidders.
Doc

Apr 17th, 2014 at 7:06:51 PM PDT by

Furthermore, I didn't even know these questions and comments were here, Sorry about that! I am learning though. Thanks Doc for all the good info. I own about 11 of these pieces and they have been viewed by a Netsuke Dealer in Beverly Hills. I've been TOLD they are Ivory but again, I am no expert. I KNOW Ebay doesn't do Ivory yet I have sold them with 100% Feedback from everyone I have sold to. I have ZERO negative feedback. I looked up my info Doc and appreciate your expertise. I certainly don't know for sure. The ONLY thing I know for sure is that my dog's name is BANJO. Thanks for all the questions and comments everyone...

Apr 17th, 2014 at 10:00:38 PM PDT by

you state it is singed can you post a better picture where it is singed

Apr 17th, 2014 at 7:45:39 AM PDT by

I was told that it is Ivory. Whoever wins this auction will be the luckiest person in the world because I have been selling them on Ebay for $ 250.00+. I didn't know WHERE to enter a starting amount as this piece is my FIRST AUCTION. Lucky you. THe signature on the bottom looks like a '12'. I am unable to modify ANY part of this listing because it won't let me. Sorry about that.

Apr 17th, 2014 at 9:53:04 PM PDT by

Im thanking more bone Watching who knows will see how high it goes I have several snuff bottle one more cant hurt

Apr 17th, 2014 at 7:44:07 AM PDT by

What ever it is and what ever it is made of, I want it ! Fanned and watching.

Apr 16th, 2014 at 3:52:13 PM PDT by

Have a Jewel Look at it they can tell you if it is Ivory or bone
and EBAY you are not allowed to sell of Ivory
I agree with the Dr it is not netsuke

Apr 16th, 2014 at 10:01:09 AM PDT by

I'll bet it is bone.

Apr 14th, 2014 at 5:34:55 PM PDT by

SO SORRY!!! It is my first time on Listia- I didn't even know these comments were here-Please excuse me. Genuine ivory will have fine lines in a crisscrossing grain pattern, not always but often visible in a well taken picture. Ivory generally does not have pits, but bone does, so be cautious of a snuff bottle presented as ivory if the surface looks pitted. Plastic fakes will lack the fine "schreger lines" or criss-crossing grain lines seen in genuine ivory. The lines can also appear parallel but are fine and close together. A few more cautions about ivory. There is a type of genuine ivory called "mammoth ivory" which is fossilized prehistoric ivory from the wooly mammoth. This can be light in color and resemble modern elephant ivory, so a modern bottle could be carved of this material and be presented as antique. Finally, when dealing with elephant ivory, research the current laws regarding this material. Some countries prohibit import, export, or sale of elephant ivory. As a general rule, purchase of genuinely antique elephant ivory is legal in the United States. I can't say for sure, but the items I have are NOT pitted, leaving me to believe they are some sort of Ivory. They are original and I sell them on Ebay for several hundreds of dollars, feel free to look me up. I am not trying to sell anything fake and I can't say positively as my Grandparents purchased them in the 50's and are now deceased. I inherited them and they appear to be authentic Netsuki. I have also taken them to an antique appraiser who agrees with me re: the authenticity of them. Hope that helps.

Apr 14th, 2014 at 6:16:33 PM PDT by

Made of ? Please answer questions it will help with bids

Apr 14th, 2014 at 8:14:44 AM PDT by

I will keep on biding if I new what its made of ! Bone ? or maybe Ivory ? Or just a risen ?

Apr 13th, 2014 at 7:36:26 PM PDT by

Never mind but would like this

Apr 13th, 2014 at 6:20:47 PM PDT by

What is this made of?

Apr 13th, 2014 at 6:13:23 PM PDT by

Hi Gina. Are you buying this for me for my birthday?

Apr 13th, 2014 at 3:25:10 PM PDT by

Hi Doc!!!

Apr 13th, 2014 at 3:12:37 PM PDT by

F and ( ͡ ° ͜o ͡ ° )
Doc

Apr 13th, 2014 at 11:47:33 AM PDT by

Hello,

To make sure you get the most bids and credits from your listings, please add more information about your item. Additional details will help others bid with confidence. This also reduces the number of questions that your bidders have to ask.

Thanks for your cooperation and I hope you earn a ton of credits!

Apr 12th, 2014 at 2:44:36 PM PDT by Keeks

Apr 12th, 2014 at 1:55:08 PM PDT by Keeks

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