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Incense Box in Three Compartments

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The object is a rectangular box with rounded corners and a flat top. The box has three visible horizontal sections. It is made of dark brown or black material, possibly lacquerware, with gold-colored designs etched into it. The designs depict plants with long leaves and flowers on branches. The box is sitting on a white surface, and there is a shadow to the right of it. The box appears to be an incense box in three compartments.

Artwork Details

Date
mid-19th century
Medium
Lacquer decorated with sprinkled gold
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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