Lion and Turtle

Oro

20th century

  • Titles Lion and Turtle (Descriptive)
  • Artist Oro, Japan
  • Medium wood
  • Dimensions 1 x 3/4 x 1 3/4 in. (2.5 x 1.9 x 4.4 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alan R. Liss, 1991.1032.23
  • Work Type netsuke
  • Classification Sculpture

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