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Tanuki in a Lotus Leaf

18th century
Not on view
In Japanese folklore, the tanuki is a mischievous master of disguise and shape shifting. Here it has enveloped himself in a lotus leaf as a priestly disguise.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Tanuki in a Lotus Leaf
  • Artist: Matsuda Sukenaga (Japanese, 1800–1871)
  • Period: Edo period (1615–1868)
  • Date: 18th century
  • Culture: Japan
  • Medium: Wood
  • Dimensions: H. 1 3/4 in. (4.4 cm)
  • Classification: Netsuke
  • Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Russell Sage, 1910
  • Object Number: 10.211.2098
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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