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Stationery box decorated with peony scrolls

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular box with a flat lid, made of dark brown material, possibly wood or lacquer, adorned with intricate designs featuring peony scrolls in shades of gold, bronze, and mother-of-pearl. The box has straight edges and a flat top. The lid is closed. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
15th–16th century
Medium:
Lacquer inlaid with mother-of-pearl; brass fittings
Culture:
Korea
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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