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Netsuke

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Orange-brown Netsuke carved in the form of a figure on hands and knees with arms raised. Figure's face not visible. Object has a shiny surface with small dark flecks. Two cords visible behind object. Base of object is flat with a round metal loop. Loop has a black cord threaded through it. Background is gray. Object titled "Netsuke" by unidentified artist.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Carved coral
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
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