Mask of a Demon Netsuke

Japan

19th century

  • Titles Mask of a Demon Netsuke (Descriptive)
  • Artist Japan
  • Medium wood
  • Dimensions 1 3/4 x 1 1/8 x 7/8 in. (4.4 x 2.9 x 2.2 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alan R. Liss, 1991.1031.11
  • Work Type netsuke
  • Classification Sculpture

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