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Netsuke

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Netsuke by artist unknown depicts three small figures. Two are bald and have light-colored complexions; one sits on the left side with their back to the viewer, wearing a garment with a flower-like geometric pattern and a garment with a geometric pattern below. The second figure, on the right, is lying on their stomach, smiling widely with eyes half-closed and mouth open, and their hand resting on what appears to be an open book. The third figure, also bald and light in complexion, stands behind and to the left, leaning over to embrace the seated figure. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork Details

Medium
Ivory
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 399 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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