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Tengu Hatching from an Egg

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red figurine with black details, depicting Tengu hatching from an egg. The figurine is made of a smooth material, possibly wood or stone, and features intricate carvings. The Tengu has large eyes, a beak-like nose, and wings on its back. The egg is cracked open, with the Tengu emerging from it. The figurine is oval-shaped and has a small size. The background is a gradient of gray, with the figurine casting a shadow. Numbers are carved into the side.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Wood with red lacquer
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
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