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Netsuke

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Netsuke by artist unknown depicts a seated figure with a tan complexion and dark hair, wearing a dark loincloth with red details. The figure sits on the ground with knees bent and feet tucked under body. The figure's mouth is open wide. Two arms are raised above the head. The background is gray. A shadow falls behind and to the right of the figure.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Ivory and wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 399 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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