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Netsuke of Hen and Two Small Chicks

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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
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