Unsigned, wood netsukeJapan, mid-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)The mushroom cap is smooth on top, the wood with fine black-brown mottling. The underside shows precisely carved radial gills as well as the characteristically bulbous stem, which also offers a cord hole. Very appealing, compact shape.LENGTH 4.2 CMCondition: Good conditionProvenance: British private collection