

Netsuke of Bird Cage
Small, light-colored, cylindrical birdcage with vertical slats and three short legs. The birdcage has a rounded top with a small, protruding piece. A carved branch with flowers and leaves is attached to the front. The background is gray, and the object casts a shadow on the surface below. The object is a netsuke, a type of Japanese miniature sculpture, specifically titled "Netsuke of Bird Cage" by an unknown artist.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 19th century
- Medium
- Ivory
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 599 × 399 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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