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Brush Holder (Fude-zutsu)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Cylindrical object with a flat base and slightly rounded edges, made of dark brown material resembling metal or wood. The object features a spider web design covering most of its surface, with a spider near the top and a small branch with leaves near the bottom. The spider web design includes thin lines forming a web pattern. The top edge appears worn and rough. The background is a gradient transitioning from dark grey at the top to light grey at the bottom. The object is titled "Brush Holder (Fude-zutsu)" and is by an unspecified artist.

Artwork Details

Date
early 1870s
Medium
Cast iron with relief inlay in silver, gold and shibuichi
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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