

Netsuke of a Kappa on a Clamshell
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
- Museum Record
- View original
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