This netsuke is carved using the Itto-bori technique from "Ichii no ki" (Japanese yew), a material with a tight, beautiful grain that deepens in color and luster over the years. It is a netsuke of a "Fukurah-suzume" (puffed-up sparrow), with a heartwarming and adorable appearance, puffed up roundly and chirping, enduring the cold. Also written as [Fukurah-suzu] [Fukurai-suzu] as a symbol of abundance, the sparrow itself is considered to peck away at misfortune, making it a good luck charm for family prosperity and household safety. Size (approx.): 3cm x 3cm x 2cm Accessories: Netsuke string (red braided cord) Please examine the photos taken from various angles to assess the condition. For those who understand this is a pre-owned item stored at home...