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Netsuke of Squirrel

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown wooden sculpture of a sitting squirrel titled "Netsuke of Squirrel" by an unknown artist. The sculpture depicts a squirrel sitting on its haunches with its front paws raised. The squirrel's fur is carved with detailed lines to resemble texture. The eyes are black and circular. The background is gray with a shadow cast by the sculpture.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th century
Medium
Ivory
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 399 px
Public Domain
Yes
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