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Writing Box with Design of Wild Pink by Fence

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black rectangular box with a hinged lid, gold trim along the edges, and gold floral design on top featuring curved lines, geometric patterns, and white flowers with gold centers; titled "Writing Box with Design of Wild Pink by Fence".

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th century
Medium
Gold maki-e with inlays of ivory and mother-of-pearl on black lacquer
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 392 px
Public Domain
Yes
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