Snake and Turtle

Possibly Ota, Japan

20th century

  • Titles Snake and Turtle (Descriptive)
  • Artist Possibly, Ota, Japan@Japan
  • Medium ivory
  • Dimensions 1 1/4 x 1 1/8 x 1 1/4 in. (3.2 x 2.9 x 3.2 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alan R. Liss, 1991.1032.31
  • Work Type netsuke
  • Classification Sculpture

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