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Netsuke of Sage with Big Nose

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round ivory object with a raised circular border. The center features a carved image of a man's head. The man has a large nose, a long black beard and long hair. His eyes are yellow with a black slit for the pupil. The man has a frowning expression. The background behind the man's image is dark-colored. The background behind the ivory object is light-colored.

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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