Netsuke of Two Men Wrestling

Japan

18th century

Not on view

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Title: Netsuke of Two Men Wrestling
Period: Edo period (1615–1868)
Date: 18th century
Culture: Japan
Medium: Wood
Dimensions: H. 2 in. (5.1 cm); W. 1 /4 in. (3.2 cm); D. 1 1/8 in. (2.9 cm)
Classification: Netsuke
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Russell Sage, 1910
Object Number: 10.211.2283
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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