The Artist (Okimono)

Japan

Meiji period (1868-1912), About 1890

  • Titles The Artist (Okimono) (Proper)
  • Artist Japan
  • Medium ivory and pigment
  • Dimensions 4 x 6 x 3 1/2 in. (10.2 x 15.2 x 8.9 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Lee C. Hull Jr. and Family, 2003.20
  • Work Type okimono
  • Classification Sculpture
  • On View

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