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Netsuke of a Kappa with it's Child in a Basket
Netsuke of a Kappa with it's Child in a Basket
Netsuke of a Kappa with it's Child in a Basket

Netsuke of a Kappa with it's Child in a Basket

Artist (Japanese)
Datec.1980
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: yew; horn; glass
DimensionsOverall: 4.1 x 4.6 x 3 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of Mr. & Mrs. Lewis and Ruth Sherman
Object number2007.016.038
DescriptionNetsuke is of the figure of a kappa (shell on it's back) holding a woven basket containing it's child. The shells on the kappas are inlaid with horn sections and the eyes are yellow and black glass.
Status
Not on view
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