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Covered Incense Box (Kōgō) with Tree Peonies

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red lacquer incense box with a rounded lid and base, adorned with intricate carvings of tree peonies. The lid features a large floral design in the center. A decorative band encircles the base. The box has a glossy finish and appears to be made of wood or a similar material. The background is a gradient of gray.

Artwork details

Date:
16th century
Medium:
Carved wood with red and black lacquer; Kamakura-bori ware
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 447 px
Museum record:
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