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Netsuke of Tiger and Cub

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown and tan carved wooden figurine of a tiger and a tiger cub. The larger tiger has its head turned to the left and is looking to the left. It has an open mouth showing sharp teeth. Its body is turned to the right, with its rear to the right and tail curled around. The tiger cub's head is facing forward, and it is sitting in front of and below the larger tiger. The background is white.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Ivory
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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