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Netsuke of Bishamon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown wooden figurine, Netsuke of Bishamon by artist unknown. Figurine depicts Bishamon standing with a stern expression, wearing a robe that covers one shoulder and exposes the other. He holds a small object resembling a pagoda or a building in his left hand. Two small horns protrude from the top of his head. The figurine stands on two feet with a slight bend in the knees. The background is light gray with a shadow cast by the figurine.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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