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Netsuke of Hotei and Bag

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a small, dark brown statue of Hotei with a large belly, wearing a robe. The statue is made of wood or stone and has a smooth, glossy finish. Hotei is depicted with a large, rounded belly and a smiling face, looking up and to the right. He wears a robe with folds carved into it, and there is a decorative element on his stomach. The background is light gray, with a shadow cast by the statue.

Artwork Details

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