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Recumbent Ox

Kiyozumi

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Cream-colored figurine of a recumbent ox, with body facing right. The figurine has a smooth texture and detailed black line etchings throughout. The ox has its head resting on its front legs. Its back legs are curled underneath its body. A curled horn protrudes from the top right of its head. A hump is present on the upper back. A tuft of hair extends from the rear. The background is a plain gray color. The image depicts a recumbent ox by Kiyozumi.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th century–early 19th century
Medium
Ivory, horn
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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