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Netsuke of Seated Tiger with a Curled-up Tail Across its Back

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Small figurine of a seated tiger with a curled-up tail across its back. The figurine is made of ivory or light-colored wood. The tiger's eyes are closed. The figurine has detailed texture and patterning, including spots on the tail and body. The tiger sits with its tail curled around its body and over its back, with the end of the tail pointing up. The background is plain and light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
late 18th–early 19th century
Medium:
Ivory, horn
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 421 px
Museum record:
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