19th century hand carved Resin Snake with a mouse in the mouth Netsuke A588

Resin netsuke of a snake. A netsuke is a small, intricate sculpture from Japan that served as an ornamental toggle for holding items on a sash. 
This piece appears to be an antique, potentially from the 19th century. 
Netsuke are highly collectible art forms today. 
In Japanese culture, snakes are associated with the deity Benzaiten, a goddess of arts and wisdom, and the Chinese zodiac. 
2 1/4" x 1 1/2" x 1.0"
weight 33.0 grams
Signed at the back