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Netsuke of Demon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Netsuke of Demon by Artist Unknown. The image shows a small, dark brown wooden figurine of a demon. The figurine is carved to depict a creature with a grotesque face, featuring a prominent forehead, sharp teeth, and long hair. The demon has a large nose and ears. It wears a robe with long sleeves that hang down to its ankles. The right hand rests on its cheek, while the left hand holds a staff. The figurine stands on one knee, with the other leg bent. The background is plain white, with a slight shadow cast by the figurine.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 399 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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