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Netsuke

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown, shiny, wooden netsuke by unknown artist, depicting two figures. The front figure is rounded with a large head featuring a wide face and protruding eyes. The mouth is open, revealing white teeth. A hood covers the head and shoulders, with folds carved into the wood to resemble fabric. The figure's body is rounded and smooth. A smaller, similar figure is positioned behind and to the left, mostly out of focus. The background is white with a subtle shadow cast by the figures.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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