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Netsuke of a Karashishi

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A figurine of a crouching mythical creature, resembling a lion or dog, with a curly tail, floppy ears, and long whiskers. The figurine has a primarily brown body with yellow spots and yellow details on the face, ears, and paws. The creature's fur appears to have a textured pattern. It is crouching on all fours, with its head lowered and looking forward. The background is a plain gray color. The image depicts a Netsuke of a Karashishi.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th–early 19th century
Medium
Ivory and gold
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 399 px
Public Domain
Yes
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