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Snails and Tawashi Scrubber

Katsushika Hokusai

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a black and white drawing of a cylindrical object with a rounded top, tied with a black cord around the middle. The object appears to be wrapped in fabric that flows down in curved lines around the bottom. There are two small snails present; one is located on the bottom left corner of the image, and the other is on the right side. The background of the image is a light beige color with a darker beige border around the edges. The artwork, titled "Snails and Tawashi Scrubber", is a creation by Katsushika Hokusai. The drawing style is simple, yet detailed, with visible brushstrokes. The overall composition is minimalistic.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Ink on paper
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
484 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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