Cosmetic Box (mayudzukuri-bako) with Pine, Bamboo, Plum, and Tokugawa Family Crest on Wood-Grain Ground
Rectangular box with a flat top and straight sides. The box has a brown and gold swirling pattern resembling wood grain, with darker brown and black accents. The top and sides feature a mix of gold, brown, and black colors. A design of pine, bamboo, and plum is visible. The Tokugawa family crest appears on the box. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The box is positioned at an angle, with the front and right sides visible.
Artwork Details
- Date
- early 18th century
- Medium
- Lacquered wood with gold, silver takamaki-e, hiramaki-e, togidashimaki-e, gold and silver foil application, gold and silver inlay on wood-grain lacquer ground
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 600 × 450 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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