

The image depicts a netsuke, titled "Netsuke of Clam Shells" by artist Garaku. The netsuke features four clam shells stacked on top of each other. The shells are off-white and have a smooth texture. Each shell has a distinctive shape, with one half being larger than the other, featuring a hinge line where they connect. The shells are stacked haphazardly on top of one another. The background of the image is a plain gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the netsuke. A subtle shadow is cast by the netsuke onto the surface below it.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 18th century
- Medium
- Ivory
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 600 × 400 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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