Artwork preview

Netsuke

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round object with a dark brown center and a light-colored border. The center features a gold-colored bird with its wings spread, standing on what appears to be waves. The bird has a long tail and pointed beak. A small, dark-colored object resembling a bird or insect is positioned above the bird. The background of the center is textured and darker around the edges. The light-colored border is smooth and rounded. The background behind the object is light gray. Title: Netsuke.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Ivory with metal disc
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original
Palette