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Netsuke of Demon with a Drum

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a small, intricately carved ivory figurine. The figurine depicts a demon with a large head, pointed ears, long hair, and sharp teeth. The demon has a muscular build and is crouched over a large drum. The demon's right hand holds a drumstick. The drum is round with a handle on the side and small black dots around it. The background of the image is gray. The figurine represents "Netsuke of Demon with a Drum" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Ivory
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
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