

Netsuke of Octopus and Monkey
The "Netsuke of Octopus and Monkey" by an unknown artist depicts an octopus balancing on a monkey. The octopus has one tentacle wrapped around the top of the monkey's head, while another tentacle hangs down the monkey's back. The monkey stands on its hind legs with its front paws raised to its chest. The octopus and monkey are carved from dark brown wood with reddish-brown highlights. The background of the image is gray.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 19th century
- Medium
- Wood
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 600 × 400 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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