Netsuke of Octopus Holding Clam

Japan

late 19th–early 20th century

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Title: Netsuke of Octopus Holding Clam
Date: late 19th–early 20th century
Culture: Japan
Medium: Ivory
Dimensions: H. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm)
Classification: Netsuke
Credit Line: The Lesley and Emma Sheafer Collection, Bequest of Emma A. Sheafer, 1973
Object Number: 1974.356.69
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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