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Netsuke of Mother Hare and Son Carrying the Emblem of the Gods of Luck

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round object with a white border, made of ivory or bone, surrounding a dark-colored circular center. The dark center depicts a raised image of a large hare and a smaller figure, possibly a child. The hare stands on its hind legs, appearing to carry the child on its back. The child wears a long robe and holds an object in one hand. The hare also holds an object in one of its front paws. On the left side of the image, there is a red object with gold markings. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Ivory with metal disc
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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