Black and white drawing of a sea turtle swimming left. The turtle's head and front flippers are visible above the water. The turtle's shell has a geometric pattern. The turtle is surrounded by flowing lines that suggest movement in the water. The background is a plain beige color with a slightly darker border around the edges.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 18th–19th century
- Medium:
- Ink on paper
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 600 × 459 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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