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Netsuke of Figure with an Ivory Head

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Figure with an ivory head and brown body, wearing a traditional robe, holding a fan. The figure has a bald head with a small amount of hair on top. The face is ivory-colored, with red lips and a slight smile. The body is made of dark brown wood or material, with folds and creases suggesting the fabric of the robe. The robe has long sleeves and appears to be wrapped around the body. The figure holds a fan in both hands, with the fan's ribs visible. The background is a plain gray color, with a subtle shadow underneath the figure.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Wood, ivory
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
388 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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