Writing Box (Suzuribako) with “Dream in Naniwa” Design
Rectangular box with a flat top and straight sides. The box is predominantly dark brown with a gold design on the top. The gold design features elongated, curved lines that resemble water, and two small, raised, metal rocks or mountains. The background of the top of the box has a textured, mottled appearance. The box has a thin gold border around the edges. The box appears to be made of wood or lacquer. The design on the box is titled "Dream in Naniwa".
Artwork Details
- Date
- 18th century
- Medium
- Lacquered wood with gold, silver takamaki-e, hiramaki-e, and silver inlay
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 599 × 570 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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