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Netsuke of a Wolf

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown wooden netsuke in the shape of a wolf. The wolf is sitting on its haunches, facing to the right. Its mouth is open as if howling. The wolf has a shiny finish. The wolf's body has texture to mimic fur. The background is light gray. A shadow is cast by the netsuke to the right.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Wood; glass eyes
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 442 px
Public Domain
Yes
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