

Netsuke of Chestnuts and a Fly
Small figurine, titled "Netsuke of Chestnuts and a Fly" by an unknown artist. The object consists of three brown chestnuts, stacked on top of each other, with the largest one at the bottom and the smallest on top. The chestnuts have a smooth, shiny surface with visible lines and creases. The chestnut on top has a small white fly on it, with six legs, two antennae, and two wings. The fly's body is white with black details. The background is a plain gray color. The object appears to be made of wood or ivory.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 19th century
- Medium
- Ivory stained brown
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 600 × 400 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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