Incense Box (Kōgō) in the Shape of a Peach

The object is an oval-shaped, gold-colored box with a peach shape. The box has an etched design on its surface featuring leaves and flowers. The etched design includes a large leaf and a flower with several smaller leaves. The background of the image is light gray. The box appears to be made of metal, possibly gold or brass, and has a smooth, shiny surface. The object has a small opening on one end. It is likely an incense box, based on its shape and size. The box is shown from an angle, with the opening facing to the right side of the image.

Artwork details

Date:: second half 19th century
Medium:: Lacquered wood; gold, silver takamaki-e, hiramaki-e, togidashimaki-e, and cut-out gold foil application (kirikane)
Culture:: Japan
Dimensions:: 600 × 399 px
Museum record:: View original