Seated Baku (Mythical Creature Devouring Nightmares)
The sculpture depicts a mythical creature known as a Baku. The Baku is sitting on its haunches. The creature has a long snout and a flat, round face with a large mouth and two small holes for nostrils. It has two small ears on top of its head. The body is covered in swirling patterns and curls. The sculpture appears to be made of ivory or bone. The background is gray. The sculpture by artist is titled "Seated Baku (Mythical Creature Devouring Nightmares)".
Artwork Details
- Date
- 18th century
- Medium
- Ivory
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 599 × 399 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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