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Figure of a Man Killing a Demon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Figure of a man killing a demon. The sculpture depicts a muscular man wearing a cap and a robe, kneeling on both knees. He has a beard and mustache and is holding a club-like object in both hands. The club is positioned on top of the demon's head. The demon has a feline appearance with a snarling face and sharp teeth. The sculpture is made of dark brown wood or stone. The background is plain gray.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Wood; inlaid eyes
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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