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Netsuke of Group of Seals

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Netsuke of Group of Seals by Artist Unknown. Small, intricately carved object with multiple rounded parts stacked together. The object is primarily a light beige color, with some darker brown areas. It has several distinct sections; one section resembles a loop or a ring. There are detailed designs and patterns carved into the surface, including what appear to be a large seal or stamp with a design in the center. The designs are intricate, featuring lines, curves, and possibly some characters or motifs. The object appears to be made of a material such as ivory or wood. The background of the image is a plain gray color. Some numbers are written in red on one side. The object is positioned at an angle, with the front slightly tilted.

Artwork Details

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