Treasure Boat-shaped Incense Box [Kōgō]
Treasure Boat-shaped Incense Box [Kōgō] by artist. Rectangular box with a scalloped top and eight sides. The box is gold-colored and made of metal, likely brass or bronze. The box features a wave design on the front. The scalloped top has a pattern of gold and bronze etchings. The etchings on the scalloped top are symmetrical on both sides of a dragon. The dragon design on the top features a dragon on a mound with curled tail. The box's right side has a latch. The background is light gray.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 17th century
- Medium
- Lacquered wood, gold and maki-e lacquer
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 600 × 399 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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