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Netsuke of Man Applying Salve

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Wooden sculpture of a man applying salve. The man is sitting on his knees. His hair is tied up in a topknot. He wears a robe. The man has his left elbow on his left knee. His left hand supports his chin. A round container with a floral design is beside him on the right. The background is light gray. The sculpture is dark brown. It has a shiny finish.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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