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Netsuke

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Small, dark brown wood carving of a man. The man has a rounded face with a wide nose and mouth. He wears a hat and a robe. His right arm is bent at the elbow and his hand is near his face. His left arm is also bent at the elbow and his hand is on his stomach. The carving has a glossy finish. The background is light gray. A shadow is cast to the left. The carving appears to be a Netsuke by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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