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Netsuke of Mouse and Leaves

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A small, gold-colored mouse figure with a round body, small ears, and a short tail is on top of a large leaf. The mouse is positioned on its stomach, with its front paws on the leaf and its head facing the right side. The leaf has a long stem with several branches, and the entire piece appears to be made of metal. The background is a plain gray color. The title of the piece is "Netsuke of Mouse and Leaves" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Ivory
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
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