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Netsuke with Decoration of Insect

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a dark-colored, oval-shaped object with a raised design on it. The object is labeled as "Netsuke with Decoration of Insect". The object is oval and dark brown with a textured border. The textured border appears roughly hewn with fine parallel lines. The center features a raised, dark brown insect with long, thin legs and a small body with a gold-colored head. The insect is positioned on top of a flower or leaf with a gold rim. The background of the image is light gray. The object casts a shadow to the left. The image depicts a Netsuke with Decoration of Insect, by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Wood and metal (Monju type)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 399 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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