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Snail and vines
Snail and vines

Snail and vines

Artist (Japanese, ? - 1871)
Place of OriginJapan
Date1825-1871
CultureJapanese
MaterialsWood, elephant ivory and lacquer
DimensionsH. 1/2 in x W. 1 1/4 in, H. 1.6 cm x W. 3.1 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB70Y552
DepartmentJapanese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
On View
Not on view
SignedSigned "Hojitsu"
Subject
  • snail
  • vine
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