Incense Burner in Shape of Cicada
Red lacquer incense burner in the shape of a cicada, with a lid on top. The object has a shiny finish and features black cracks throughout. The cicada's body is depicted with a rounded head on the left and a more tapered end on the right. The surface of the object displays a series of curved lines. The background is a light gray fabric surface.
Artwork Details
- Date
- late 19th century
- Medium
- Red lacquer (negoro)
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 599 × 365 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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