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Netsuke in the Shape of a Demon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A Netsuke in the Shape of a Demon by artist unknown. The object is a small, rectangular, carved ivory figurine with a looped cord attached. A grotesque demon-like character with a wide grin and bulging eyes. The character has long hair and appears to be wearing a robe. The figure has one arm raised and the other holding an object. The background is a plain white surface with a subtle shadow.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Carved ivory in the shape of a demon
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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