Gold-colored box with a hinged lid, rectangular shape and flat top. The box features a floral pattern in gold with butterflies in shades of blue, white, and gray. A brown leather strap secures the lid, with a small metal clasp at the front. The strap is tied in a knot at the top with a blue and white fabric. The box is set against a gray background that is darker at the top and lighter at the bottom. The box is titled "Box" and is by an unspecified artist.
Artwork Details
- Date
- mid-19th century
- Medium
- Lacquered wood with gold and silver hiramaki-e, mother-of-pearl inlay on black lacquer ground; leather strap with metal fittings
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 600 × 450 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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