Netsuke of Bee on a Leaf
Small, gold-colored object with a leaf and bee design. The object is rounded and has a textured surface. A large leaf wraps around the bottom and sides, with a stem and small leaves on the left. A bee sits on top. The background is light gray. The object appears to be a netsuke, titled "Netsuke of Bee on a Leaf" by an unknown artist.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 19th century
- Medium
- Ivory
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 600 × 400 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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