Netsuke

The image depicts a Netsuke by artist unknown. The object is a small, dark brown, carved figure. The figure is a humanoid creature with a large head, small body, and short legs. The creature is sitting on its haunches with its legs bent and feet tucked under its body. The arms are bent at the elbows and resting on the knees. The hands are clasped together. The face is distorted with a large nose and mouth, and small eyes. The background is white.