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Netsuke of Qilin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Ivory sculpture of a qilin, a mythical creature, with a large body and a curled tail. The sculpture has a light beige color. It has a curled mane on its head. Its front right leg is bent and appears to be in motion. The sculpture has detailed carvings to resemble fur. The background is gray with a shadow beneath the sculpture.

Artwork Details

Date
late 19th century
Medium
Ivory
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 380 px
Public Domain
Yes
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