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Netsuke of Seated Tiger with Tail Curled beside Him

Minkō

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown wooden sculpture of a seated tiger with its tail curled beside it. The tiger faces left with its mouth slightly open, showing teeth. It has detailed fur texture, visible whisker holes, and two small ears on top of its head. The tiger's body is turned slightly towards the camera, with its left leg stretched out in front and right leg tucked under its body. Its tail is curved and rests beside its body. The sculpture sits on a plain white surface with a subtle shadow underneath.

Artwork details

Date:
early 19th century
Medium:
Wood; brass and horn inlay
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 400 px
Museum record:
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