Musician at New Year c. late 19th century

"Musician at New Year" is a late 19th-century netsuke sculpture by Seiichi, carved from ivory. The piece depicts a musician in traditional Japanese clothing, playing a small drum. The intricate details of the clothing and the musician's expressive face highlight the artist's skill. Netsuke are small, intricately carved figures typically used as toggles for Japanese clothing. This particular netsuke is a charming and detailed example of the art form, and its subject matter reflects the importance of music in Japanese culture. The sculpture is currently on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.