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Document Box (Ryōshibako) with Deer and Butterflies

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black rectangular box with lid. The box and lid are decorated with gold and silver designs. The lid has a scene with a deer standing on a shore, surrounded by trees. The sides and front have butterflies and foliage. The background of the image is gray, with a shadow cast by the box.

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
Lacquered wood with gold takamaki‑e, hiramaki‑e, togidashimaki‑e, mother‑of‑pearl inlay, and silver foil application
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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