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Netsuke of Sparrow (Split-tongue)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Wooden sculpture of a sparrow. Bird sitting on a branch. The bird has a large beak with the tongue sticking out. The sculpture is made of dark brown wood with a glossy finish. The background is a plain gray surface. The sculpture by artist "Untitled" titled "Netsuke of Sparrow (Split-tongue)".

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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