Netsuke of Frog-like Tortoise on a Shell
Dark brown netsuke with a frog-like tortoise on a shell. The tortoise has a bulbous head with bulging eyes on top of its shell. The shell is rounded and oval-shaped, featuring textured lines. A beige growth protrudes from the right side. The background is white with a shadow to the right. Artist and title not visible.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 18th century
- Medium:
- Wood
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 599 × 399 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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