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Netsuke of Skull

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Netsuke of Skull by artist, depicts a human skull made of off-white material, possibly ivory or bone. The skull faces right and features a prominent crack down the middle of the top, and the eye sockets and mouth are empty. The teeth are visible at the bottom of the skull. Two small frogs are carved onto the skull, one on the left side near the back, and another on top. The background of the image is a solid gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the skull. The overall appearance suggests a highly detailed and realistic carving.

Artwork Details

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