Fukurokuju Disguised as a Turtle Netsuke

Japan

Mid-20th century

  • Titles Fukurokuju Disguised as a Turtle Netsuke (Descriptive)
  • Artist Japan
  • Medium ivory
  • Dimensions 1 3/4 x 1 1/4 x 3/4 in. (4.4 x 3.2 x 1.9 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alan R. Liss, 1991.1028
  • Work Type netsuke
  • Classification Sculpture

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