

Round, flat, smooth object with a hole in the center, made of light-colored material, possibly ivory or bone. The object is a Netsuke by artist unknown. A man with long dark hair and a determined expression is depicted in a dynamic pose, crouching on one knee. He wears a short tunic and holds a bow in his left hand and a long object in his right. The background of the object features a simple design with some lines and shapes. The object has a smooth, rounded edge and is set against a dark gray background.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 19th century
- Medium:
- Ivory, carved and stained
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 599 × 408 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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