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Netsuke of an Arhat

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Figure of a standing Arhat with dark brown skin, wearing a green and gold patterned robe. The robe is wrapped around the left shoulder and arm, exposing the right shoulder and chest. The right hand holds a staff with a snake curled around it. The snake has a green, red and blue body with gold accents. The left hand holds a gourd. The figure has a large head with a thick beard and mustache, and a red mouth. The figure wears black shoes with gold trim. The background is plain white.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Wood-polychromed
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
331 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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