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Kintaro with Carp

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A Japanese-style woodblock print depicting a muscular, nude baby-like figure with dark hair, prominent cheeks and chin, and a white headband; held close to a large carp with predominantly dark brown and gold scales; the carp has a wide eye with a blue iris; white, black and gold waves are behind; the baby's right hand raised; a gold border surrounds. The artwork titled "Kintaro with Carp" is by the Japanese artist.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Hanging scroll; hand-colored woodblock print
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
470 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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