AN UNUSUAL AND RARE DARK WOOD NETSUKE OF A NASUBI AND WASP NEST Unsigned Japan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) Well carved from Korean pine as an eggplant (nasubi) with a curved stem, attached to a wasp's nest with inlaid and movable larvae, a neatly carved queen wasp inlaid in beautifully translucent horn perched atop the nest. While both the nasubi and the wasp are symbols of abundance and success, this combination of subjects appears to be unique. Two small himotoshi to the underside of the nest. LENGTH 4.2 cm Condition: Excellent condition with minor wear. Provenance: From a private collection in Florida, USA. 5% VAT will be added to the hammer price additional to the buyer's premium - only for buyers within the EU.