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Catalog Number

CAS 2019-0005-0004   CAS 2019-0005-0004; Netsuke (donkey)
Category Accessories/Ornaments; Carvings
Object Name Netsuke (donkey)
Culture Japanese
Global Region East Asia
Country Japan
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Materials Ivory (elephant tusk); Ink
Description Small ivory netsuke in the form of a donkey; Seated with front legs curled under body; Holes for cordage on proper left flank; Single Japanese kanji on underside.
Dimensions (cm) Height = 3.3, Width = 1.8, Length = 4.3