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Netsuke of Peony

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round, light-colored wooden object with a circular, flat top. The top is gold-colored with a raised, dark metal design. The metal design depicts a peony flower with several leaves and a bug. The bug is black and shiny. The background of the metal design has a textured appearance. The object casts a shadow on a light gray surface. The object is a Netsuke of Peony.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Ivory with metal disc
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 399 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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