Model of a Seated Monkey Struggling with an Octopus

19th century

Tomokazu

Japanese, died 1830 - 1843

Wood with inlaid shell and engraved decoration

1 3/16 x 1 5/16 x 1 1/4 in. (3 x 3.4 x 3.1 cm)

Gift of the Robert B. and Honey Dootson Collection

91.172

Now on view at the Seattle Art Museum

Resources

Exhibition HistorySeattle, Washington, Seattle Art Museum, Pacific Species, Dec. 12, 2022 - ongoing.

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