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Duck Figure

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows two identical duck figures. They are gray, made of a smooth material, possibly ceramic or stone. The ducks are lying down on their stomachs with their feet tucked underneath. Both have their heads up and are looking slightly upwards. The ducks have detailed feathers carved into their bodies, with visible texture on their wings and tails. Their beaks are short and stubby with a small white spot on the tip. The background is a plain light gray color. The ducks are positioned side by side, facing slightly towards each other. The image is in black and white. The title of the image is "Duck Figure" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Gray stoneware (Bizen ware, Imbe style)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 286 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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