

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
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