

Netsuke of Hen and Two Small Chicks
Tan-colored carved figure of a hen and two chicks. The figure lies on its side with head facing left. The hen's body is carved with black etched feathers. The chicks are nestled under the hen's wings; both have their heads visible, with one facing left. The hen's head features a small comb on top. The background is a uniform gray color. The figure by an unknown artist is titled "Netsuke of Hen and Two Small Chicks".
Artwork Details
- Date
- 18th–19th century
- Medium
- Ivory
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 599 × 399 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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