

Netsuke of Seated Baku (mythical animal)
Small figurine, seated mythical animal with long snout, curled tail, and engraved details on body and head, made of light-colored material, possibly ivory or bone, with darker lines and shading. The figurine has a distinctive appearance with a curled snout and long ears. It has a detailed engraving on its body and head. The figurine is depicted in a seated position with its body facing right and its head slightly lowered. The background is a plain gray color.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 19th century
- Medium
- Ivory
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 599 × 399 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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