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Netsuke of Tea Master

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red and brown netsuke of a seated man wearing a traditional Japanese robe and hat, with his hands clasped in front of him. The figure has a serene expression with a subtle smile. The robe is predominantly red with black accents, and the hat is dark brown. The background is light gray. The title is "Netsuke of Tea Master".

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Wood and red lacquer
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
397 × 624 px
Museum record:
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