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Netsuke of Ashinaga Beating a Drum

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a wooden sculpture of Ashinaga beating a drum. The figure is carved from dark brown wood and depicts a man with a large head, small body and long legs. The man is barefoot and wearing a short patterned skirt. His mouth is open as if he is shouting. The man's right arm is raised, and he holds a drumstick in his hand. The drumstick rests on his right shoulder and he holds a drum with his left hand. The drum is round and has a small knob on top. The background is light gray. The sculpture by an unknown artist is titled "Netsuke of Ashinaga Beating a Drum".

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Wood
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
416 × 624 px
Museum record:
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