

Netsuke of Skull
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
- Museum Record
- View original
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