Taoist Immortal with Gourd Netsuke

Japan

20th century

  • Titles Taoist Immortal with Gourd Netsuke (Descriptive)
  • Artist Japan
  • Medium wood
  • Dimensions 3 7/8 x 1 x 1 1/8 in. (9.8 x 2.5 x 2.9 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alan R. Liss, 1991.1027
  • Work Type netsuke
  • Classification Sculpture

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