discuss document export feedback print share gallery-landscape xml netsuke human history Export API view Other NameManjū-netsukeDescriptionnetsuke; manjū-netsuke shaped like a manju confection; carved from ivory; netsuke is in the form of a mushroom with an abrupt disc shaped top; the cap of the mushroom is shaped similarly to a manju netsuke; finely incised on the top disc shape is geometrical designs of flower shapes and cross hatch lines; the underside of the mushroom cap has incised imagery of male figure in robes and a headdress overlapping a crane bird; stork of mushroom has a metal circle inlayed into the side;>PlaceJapanAccession Number1934.316Accession Date1934Other Id20793 (ethnology)20793.23 (ethnology)Z70 (temporary number)DepartmentApplied Arts and Design Enquire Add to My Collection netsuke, 1934.316, 20793, 20793.23, Z70, Photographed by… … Read more View gallery Images and documents Images Images Artefact Artefact Credit LineCollection of Auckland Museum Tamaki Paenga Hira, 1934.316, 20793, 20793.23, Z70Cultural OriginJapanCollectionHarry S DadleyPlaceJapanDatePre 1934PeriodMeiji (1868-1912)/Japan, art periodMediaivory/dentin/boneMeasurement Reading35mm55mmClassificationNetsukePersonal Carrying & Storage GearPersonal Gear03 Personal Artifacts SculptureArt08 Communication ArtifactsLast Update26 Feb 2019 The development of the Auckland War Memorial Museum online collection is an ongoing process; updates, new images and records are added weekly. In some cases, records have yet to be confirmed by Museum staff, and there could be mistakes or omissions in the information provided. The gift of curiosity With unlimited free entry to all paid exhibitions, discounted event tickets and exclusive Member-only events, a Museum Membership is the gift that keeps on giving year-round. SEE OPTIONS FROM $60