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Netsuke

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Small, brown, carved wooden figurine of a man wearing a traditional Japanese robe. The figurine has a wide, flared robe with a textured pattern. A wide belt wraps around the waist. The man's right arm is raised with the palm facing outward. His left arm hangs down. His mouth is open as if he is shouting. The figurine has a shiny finish. The background is light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Wood
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 463 px
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