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Netsuke of Sennin with Karashishi

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A carved ivory netsuke depicting Sennin with a karashishi. Sennin wears a long robe with detailed patterns carved into the fabric. The figure has intricately carved hair and facial features. A small karashishi sits on Sennin's right shoulder. Sennin wears a basket-like object on their head. The background of the image is gray. The figure is viewed from the front.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Ivory
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
416 × 624 px
Museum record:
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