

A vertical, narrow piece of artwork on a beige background with a brown and black floral patterned border on both sides. The artwork features a small drawing of a dog-like creature with a lion-like face, depicted in shades of gray, white, and black. The creature faces right; it has a large head with a short snout and mouth, and a thick, curly mane around its head and neck. Its body appears muscular and is rendered in simple lines. The bottom right corner of the artwork contains a small signature in black ink.
Artwork Details
- Date
- early 18th century
- Medium
- Hanging scroll; ink on paper
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 286 × 623 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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