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Netsuke of Double-Gourd Shape

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red and black netsuke in the shape of a double gourd. The netsuke has a narrow neck that widens into two bulbous sections, resembling a gourd. The surface features intricate designs carved into it, with a predominantly red base color and black carved patterns. A thin gold band encircles the narrow part of the neck. The background is a flat light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Red lacquer
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 399 px
Museum record:
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