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Netsuke of Quail on a Nest of Millet on Matting

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a small, dark brown, square-shaped object with rounded corners. The object features a design carved into its surface, depicting a quail sitting on a nest. The quail is positioned on a nest made of millet, as indicated by the title. The nest and millet are intricately carved, with visible details such as texture and pattern. The quail appears to be resting or sitting calmly on the nest. The background of the image is a plain gray color, providing a neutral contrast to the detailed carving on the object. The object appears to be made of wood or a similar material.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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