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Box (Sumiaka tebako) with Design of Pine, Bamboo, and Plum

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red and gold-colored square box with rounded corners, the box has a hinged lid. The box is decorated with gold and red designs. The top features a scene with pine, bamboo, and plum. The lower half has a red background with gold designs and a small circular knob on one side. The box is titled "Box (Sumiaka tebako) with Design of Pine, Bamboo, and Plum" by artist.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Gold maki-e on nashiji lacquer with basket
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
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