Nesuke in the form of an Ox
Artist
Masayoshi
(Japanese)
Datec.1840
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: wood, persimmon (kurogaki), black; horn
DimensionsOverall: 2.4 x 3.2 x 5 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of Mr. & Mrs. Lewis and Ruth Sherman
Object number2007.016.065
DescriptionNetsuke of a black recumbent ox with yellow and black inlaid eyes, has it's chin on the ground and it's front legs tucked underneath. There are two joined perforations on the base (himitoshi).Colour: black
Status
Not on view
c.1780
