Base of Writing Box (Suzuribako) with Chrysanthemum and Plum Containing Inkstone, Water-dropper, Brushes, Ink-stick Holder, and Paper Knife
Rectangular box with rounded corners, made of gold-colored material, possibly metal or lacquer, with a speckled texture. The box has a recessed area in the center with a dark gray or black insert and a small, blue and black design in the middle. There are several raised sections and compartments around the central area. On the left side, there are four long, thin, cylindrical indentations. On the right side, there is a long, narrow indentation with a decorative metal piece at the top and a curved indentation below. Above the central recessed area, there is an oval-shaped indentation with a floral design. The background of the image is black, with a gradient that fades to gray at the bottom.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 830 × 900 px
- Museum Record
- View original
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