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Basketry Box for Square Calligraphy Paper (Shikishibako) with Paulownia

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Square box with rounded corners and a lid, made of woven material resembling basketry. The box features a brown and gold color scheme with a floral pattern. A pink cord is tied around the top in a bow. The box appears to be made of Paulownia wood, based on the title. The background of the image transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
early 17th century
Medium:
Lacquered bamboo basketry with gold hiramaki-e
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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