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Netsuke of a sage

DateLate 18th-early 19th century; Edo period (1615-1867)
MediumCarved ivory
Dimensions2 5/16 x 1 1/8 x 9/16 inches (5.9 x 2.9 x 1.5 cm)
CultureJapanese
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Drs. Lee and Connie Koppelman
Terms
  • Costume
  • Sculpture
  • Costume accessories
  • Netsuke
  • Japanese
  • Carved ivory
  • Back scratchers
  • Daoism
  • Drums
  • Folklore
  • Gods
  • Music
  • Musical instruments
  • Religion
  • Scepters
  • Tools
Object number91.078.007
Collections
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