

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
- View original
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