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Netsuke and Seal in form of a Qilin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Netsuke and Seal in form of a Qilin by artist is a small sculpture. The sculpture depicts a mythical creature with a mix of animal features. The creature has a body covered in scales and a pair of legs ending in hooves. Its body resembles a deer or horse body, while its head features a long snout and two horns protruding from its forehead. The sculpture is made of a material that resembles ivory or bone and features intricate carvings throughout. The carvings are stained dark brown. The sculpture has a circular base. The background of the image is white.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Ivory
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 576 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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