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Tiered Food Box (Jūbako) with Garland of Azaleas

Yamamoto Shunshō School

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black lacquer tiered food box with square base and straight sides. The box has a flat lid and gold lines separate the tiers. Garland of azalea flowers and leaves design with orange, yellow and gray colors. The box is on a white surface and background. The box is shown from a slightly elevated angle.

Artwork Details

Date
early 20th century
Medium
Lacquered wood with gold, silver, beige, and red togidashimaki-e on black ground
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 433 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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