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Kamigabuta netsuke with Chinese dragon

Date19th century
MediumSilver and ivory
DimensionsHeight: 2 1/8 inches (5.4 cm)
CultureJapan
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineMemorial gift from the Estate of Charles W. Hay, Class of 1925
Terms
  • Costume
  • Costume accessories
  • Netsuke
  • Japanese
  • Carving
  • casting
  • Ivory
  • Silver
  • Astrology
  • Clouds
  • Dragons
  • Flames
  • Mythological creatures
  • Jewels
  • Whiskers
  • Zodiac symbols
Object number73.005.195
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