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Saddle (Kura)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of an object titled "Saddle (Kura)" by an unknown artist. The object has an etched design on the left side. The object is made of dark-colored material, likely wood or metal, and rests on four short legs. The object is positioned on a white-covered table or platform. The background of the image is a plain wall. The object appears to be some type of saddle or seat. The image contains a small white rectangular sticker on the bottom right corner of the table. The overall composition is simple, with the object centered on the table.

Artwork Details

Date
early 18th century
Medium
Wood, ivory, horn (stag), lacquer
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
599 × 480 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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