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Writing box with decoration of seven deer in autumn grasses

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black lacquered square box with rounded corners and slightly curved sides, featuring a design of seven deer in various shades of brown, gold, and white amidst orange grasses. The deer are depicted in different poses. The box has a glossy finish. The background of the image is grey.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Gold maki-e, inlaid mother-of-pearl, and lead on black lacquer
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 449 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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