Netsuke of Seated Lion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown statue of a seated lion. The lion has a long mane that falls to its back and sides. Its body is adorned with ornate patterns. The lion sits on a rectangular base. The base and lion are made from the same material. The lion's head is turned to the left. Its mouth is open, showing teeth. The lion's eyes are closed or half-closed. The background is white. A shadow is cast to the right of the statue.