Netsuke Containing Dragon and Figures
Dark brown netsuke with dragon motif. Two hemispherical parts side by side, almost forming a full sphere; parts joined at flat surfaces. Dragon sculpture on top, sitting on seam. Dragon has five claws, curled tail, and two horns. Body of netsuke features curved and floral etchings on either side. Gray background.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 19th century
- Medium:
- Wood
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 600 × 400 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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