{"product_id":"2-7-inch-green-sandalwood-hand-carved-netsuke-sculpture-miniature-baby-dragon-on-gourd","title":"2.7\" Green Sandalwood Netsuke – Hand-Carved Baby Dragon on Gourd","description":"\u003cp class=\"mt-4 first:mt-0\"\u003eNetsuke were once practical toggles, used to secure pouches and small cases to the sashes of traditional Japanese clothing. Over time, they became miniature sculptures—tiny canvases for carvers to explore myth, humor, and everyday life in exquisite detail. This hand-carved netsuke continues that tradition with a lively scene: a baby dragon wrapped around a gourd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-4 first:mt-0\"\u003eShaped from green sandalwood, the piece carries a natural, subtle fragrance and a smooth, tactile surface that invites you to roll it between your fingers. The dragon’s tiny claws, curling tail, and expressive head give it personality, while the gourd—a symbol of longevity, protection, and sometimes hidden magic in East Asian folklore—adds a layer of meaning to the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-4 first:mt-0\"\u003eAt approximately 2.7 inches in height, it’s small enough to sit comfortably in the palm of your hand but detailed enough to reward close inspection. Display it on a mini stand, tuck it among books on a shelf, or keep it on a desk as a quiet companion and good luck charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-4 first:mt-0\"\u003eBecause it’s hand carved from natural wood, each netsuke will show slight variations in color and grain—subtle differences that make your baby dragon uniquely your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-medium mt-7 mb-3 first:mt-0\"\u003eKey details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-disc space-y-0.5 mt-2 mb-5 [\u0026amp;_ul]:my-0 last:mb-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;li]:ml-4 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;li]:my-2 [\u0026amp;_ul\u0026gt;li]:ml-4 [\u0026amp;_ul\u0026gt;li]:my-1 [\u0026amp;_ul]:list-[circle] [\u0026amp;_ul_ul]:list-[square]\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"leading-relaxed\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-foreground\"\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBaby dragon wrapped around a gourd\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"leading-relaxed\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-foreground\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGreen sandalwood with natural wood grain and subtle fragrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"leading-relaxed\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-foreground\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHand-carved netsuke-style miniature sculpture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"leading-relaxed\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-foreground\"\u003eApprox. size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2.7 inches (hand-measured; slight variations possible)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"leading-relaxed\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-foreground\"\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDragon for power and protection; gourd often associated with longevity and good fortune\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"leading-relaxed\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-foreground\"\u003eDisplay ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePerfect on a small stand, in a curiosity cabinet, on a scholar’s desk, or beside snuff bottles and other miniatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"leading-relaxed\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"font-semibold text-foreground\"\u003eUnique character:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEach piece varies slightly due to hand-carving and natural wood differences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/S146ff84d602c4f6fb6aa7d5071d20979W.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"start\" style=\"font-family: 'Open Sans', Roboto, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, SimSun; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: inherit; text-align: start; white-space: normal; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ae01.alicdn.com\/kf\/Ha48f4c50c3d048db9b487ca5a38259f0j.jpg\" style=\"border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; max-width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"start\" style=\"font-family: 'Open Sans', Roboto, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif, SimSun; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: inherit; text-align: start; white-space: normal; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Far East Finds","offers":[{"title":"Variant","offer_id":47230017077385,"sku":"12000043953895677","price":39.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/9257\/6137\/files\/dbb5b569e3de481398e633306d8eb176.webp?v=1783530645","url":"https:\/\/fareastfinds.com\/products\/2-7-inch-green-sandalwood-hand-carved-netsuke-sculpture-miniature-baby-dragon-on-gourd","provider":"Far East Finds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}