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Set of Two Boxes with Cover

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Octagonal box with cover, made of bronze or brass. The box has a rounded shape with a scalloped edge and a small latch on the side. The lid features two long, narrow inlays. The body has a textured surface with etched designs, including trees and foliage. The background of the image is white. The artist is unknown. The title is "Set of Two Boxes with Cover".

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Gold lacquer with mother-of-pearl inlay
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 552 px
Museum record:
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