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Netsuke of Daikoku and Bag

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a small, dark brown statue of Daikoku, a Japanese deity, sitting cross-legged on the floor. The statue is made of wood and depicts Daikoku wearing a hat, a robe with wide sleeves, and sitting with his legs crossed. He has a large head, a round face, and a prominent nose. His facial expression is neutral. Daikoku's right hand rests on his knee, while his left hand touches a bag beside him. The bag is positioned on the ground beside his left leg and appears to be tied with a cord. The background of the image is light gray, with a subtle shadow cast by the statue. The overall style of the statue is traditional Japanese, specifically from the netsuke tradition.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 399 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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