Writing Box
Rectangular box with a flat top and straight sides. The box is made of a dark brown material, possibly wood or metal, with a textured surface that resembles small dots. A gold-colored border runs along the edges of the box, and a gold-colored design on the top. The design appears to be a cluster of flowers. The box has a small lip around the edge of the lid. The box is sitting on a plain white surface. Title: Writing Box. Artist unknown.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 18th century
- Medium
- Black lacquer with sprinkled gold and silver (maki-e) on wood
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 599 × 416 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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