Tigress and a cub – 1

The netsuke “Tigress and a cub” is a typical theme for Japanese miniature sculptures. It depicts the maternal love and care of a tigress for her cub. The tigress protects and nurtures the cub, symbolizing the strong bond between a mother and her child. Such netsuke are often used as amulets to bring good luck and protect their owner. Tigress and a cub was carved from boxwood, stained with Yashabushi, black Urushi, mother-of-pearl inlaid eyes. Height – 3.7 cm, length – 6.7 cm, width 3.4 cm

2024, USA, private collection.