Netsuke of Qilin and Ball

The Netsuke of Qilin and Ball by artist is a small, intricately carved object. The main figure is a mythical creature called a Qilin, depicted with a large head, open mouth showing teeth, and a body that appears to be sitting on a ball. The Qilin has a long snout, and its body is adorned with detailed carvings that resemble fur or scales. Two of its claws rest on top of the ball. The ball is round and smooth. The entire object is carved from a single piece of material, likely ivory or bone, and has a light beige color with darker shading used to create depth and texture. The background of the image is a solid gray color.