Kyōgen Overvest (kataginu) with Japanese Lobster
Tan vest with a red lobster on the front. The vest has a U-shaped neckline and appears to be made from fabric with a visible weave. The lobster is centered on the chest area and faces left. It has a large body with segments, long legs, and two large eyes. The lobster's body features white details. There are green vine-like designs at the bottom of the vest.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 18th century
- Medium
- Resist-dyed and painted on plain weave hemp
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 437 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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