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Netsuke of Dutchman Holding a Cock in His Arms

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Netsuke of Dutchman Holding a Cock in His Arms depicts a standing figure of a man dressed as a European. The man has long wavy hair and a mustache. He wears a hat resembling a tricorn, a knee-length coat with a sash tied around his waist, and stockings. He cradles a rooster in his arms. The figure appears to be made from ivory or a similar material and features intricate details. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork details

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