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Lotus Leaf and Small Turtle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a small, dark brown, carved wooden or stone object with a glossy finish. The object features a leafy design with a small turtle on top. The leaf design curves around the object in a wavy pattern. The turtle is carved near the center with its head and legs tucked into its shell. The background is light gray. The object represents a "Lotus Leaf and Small Turtle".

Artwork Details

Date
second half 19th century
Medium
Wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 346 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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