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Netsuke of a Kappa on a Clamshell

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Small, dark brown wooden sculpture of a Kappa on a clamshell. The Kappa is positioned on top of the clamshell, leaning forward slightly. It has a rounded body, short legs, and a beak-like mouth. The clamshell is oval-shaped with a visible seam running along its middle. The background is a plain light gray color. The sculpture by an unknown artist is titled "Netsuke of a Kappa on a Clamshell".

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 395 px
Public Domain
Yes
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