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Box

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored box with a flat top and straight sides. The top has intricate design in black and gold with a bird, possibly a peacock, lying down or sitting. The background of the top is gold with a speckled effect. The sides are solid gold. The box is on a light gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Lacquer
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 399 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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