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Netsuke Containing Dragon and Figures

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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
Public Domain
Yes
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