

Box for Inkstone and Writing Implements (Suzuribako)
Rectangular box with a flat top and straight sides. The box is made of gold-colored material. A design on the top of the box features a scene with a tree, buildings, and a pathway. The sides of the box have a textured pattern. The box is sitting on a plain white surface.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 19th century
- Medium
- Wood, lacquer sprinkled with gold, black lacquer, and shell inlay
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 600 × 399 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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