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Netsuke of Shoki, the Demon-Queller

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a small, intricately carved figurine of Shoki, the demon-queller. The figurine is made of a light-colored material, possibly ivory or bone, and depicts a man with a large head, a prominent beard, and a wide-brimmed hat. He is crouched down on his heels, with his arms resting on his knees, and appears to be holding or sitting on a demon or animal head. The figurine is decorated with intricate carvings, including circular patterns on the man's arms and a geometric pattern on his hat. The background of the image is white, with a shadow cast by the figurine.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Carved ivory
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 400 px
Museum record:
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