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Netsuke of Section of Bamboo Containing Two Men

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Small cylindrical object made of light-colored material, possibly ivory or bamboo, resembling a bamboo section. Two dark brown lines encircle the top and bottom. The object features two small human figures carved into the side, emerging from a hole that follows the natural shape of their bodies. The figures have distinctive hairstyles and wear traditional clothing. A small protruding element is at the top. The background is gray. Title: Netsuke of Section of Bamboo Containing Two Men. Artist: Unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Ivory
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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