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Netsuke

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Small, rounded, carved object with a floral design. The object is made of a light-brown material, possibly wood or ivory. The design on top features a spiral pattern of flowers and leaves. The flowers have multiple petals and are arranged in a circular formation. A small patch of red is visible on the right side. The object sits on a plain white surface, with a subtle shadow underneath. Title: Netsuke, Artist unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Ivory, carved
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 420 px
Museum record:
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