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Netsuke of Woman

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Netsuke of Woman depicts a stout female figure with a large belly and breasts, wearing a kimono. The figure has short hair and stands on two feet. The kimono has a pattern of flowers and leaves. The woman holds a fan in her right hand. The figure is made of ivory or bone, with a light-brown color. The background of the image is gray. The woman's kimono sleeves have a floral design. The woman wears no shoes.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Ivory
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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