

Netsuke of an Arhat
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
- Museum Record
- View original
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