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Netsuke of Priest

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Carved ivory figure of a standing man with a shaved head wearing a priest's robe. The figure has a serene expression with a slight smile. He wears a long robe with a V-neck and wide sleeves that are folded back, exposing patterned fabric underneath. The robe has many folds and creases. The figure holds a rectangular object at chest level with both hands. The background is a plain beige color with a subtle shadow under the figure. Title: Netsuke of Priest. Artist not specified.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Ivory
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 576 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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