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Netsuke of Lion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a small, dark brown statue of a lion-like creature. The statue is made of wood and has a glossy finish. It features a creature with a large head, small body, and short legs. The creature's mouth is open, revealing its teeth. It has a long mane around its head and neck. The creature's body is sitting on its haunches, with its front paws resting on its knees. The background of the image is a plain gray color, with a subtle shadow cast by the statue. The title of the image is "Netsuke of Lion" and the artist is not specified.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 399 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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