Writing box with decoration of quails and millet
Square box with a flat top and rounded edges, made of dark brown material, possibly wood or lacquer. The top surface features a gold-colored design depicting multiple quails, several stalks of millet, and other foliage. The quails are shown in various poses, some pecking at the millet. The box has a smooth, glossy finish. The background of the image is grey. Title: Writing box with decoration of quails and millet. Artist: Unknown.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 17th century
- Medium:
- Lacquer
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 600 × 450 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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