

Inro (Case) with Egrets and Willows
The object is a cylindrical, Japanese inro case with a circular lid on top. The case is primarily black with gold, blue, and purple designs. The designs on the case depict a scene with egrets and willows. A purple cord is threaded through a gold loop at the top of the case and through the circular lid. The circular lid on top is round and has a scene painted on it with a blue background, gold flowers, and greenery. There are two white egrets standing on a rock formation surrounded by willow branches. The background of the image is dark gray, with the object centered.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 670 × 900 px
- Museum Record
- View original
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