{"product_id":"netsuke-manju-style-toggle-fine-art-print","title":"Netsuke (Manju-style Toggle) - Fine Art Print","description":"\u003cp\u003eA photographic study of a traditional Japanese manju-style netsuke, showcasing the minimalist form and smooth texture of the carved ivory toggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis image depicts a manju-style netsuke, a traditional Japanese toggle used to secure personal items to a kimono sash. The kimono, lacking pockets, required the wearer to suspend small containers, known as sagemono, from the obi. The netsuke functioned as a counterweight and a decorative fastener.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specific example takes the form of a manju, named for its resemblance to a round, flat Japanese confection. The object displays a smooth, circular profile with a central button or plug, characteristic of the minimalist aesthetic often found in functional Japanese craft. The material appears to be ivory, which was frequently chosen for its durability and the fine finish it could achieve through polishing. Over time, such pieces develop a warm patina, reflecting their history of use and handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike more elaborate netsuke that feature intricate figurative carvings, this piece prioritises form and tactile quality. The design is restrained, focusing on the balance of the circular shape and the subtle contrast between the outer ring and the central element. Such objects were produced by specialised carvers who balanced utility with aesthetic appeal. While many netsuke served as status symbols or expressions of personal taste, the manju type was favoured for its practical shape, which was less likely to snag on clothing than more complex, protruding designs. This print captures the clean lines and material texture of the original carving, offering a study in functional design from the Edo period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/white-elephant-and-animals-ito-jakuchu\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWhite Elephant and Animals - Itō Jakuchū — Itō Jakuchū\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/beauties-harvesting-bracken-ogata-gekko\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBeauties Harvesting Bracken - Ōgata Gekkō — Ogata Gekkō\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown Artist","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794535420239,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794539974991,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794540007759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58794540040527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58794540073295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58794540106063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58794540138831,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58794540171599,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58794540204367,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58794540237135,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58794540269903,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58794540302671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Netsuke-Manju-style-Toggle-_Poster_CompositorV1_1789544382806.jpg?v=1789544971","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/sv\/products\/netsuke-manju-style-toggle-fine-art-print","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}