Case (Inrō) with Design of Chinese-Style Buildings in a Mountain Landscape (obverse); Boats on Waves in a Mountain Landscape (reverse)
Cylindrical bronze object with rounded edges, divided into horizontal sections. The object has a dark bronze color with a subtle sheen. The left side features a mountain landscape with a pagoda-style building and trees. The right side features a mountain landscape with a boat on waves and trees. Both sides have a similar mountain range in the background. The object has two white cords visible at the top for hanging. The background behind the object is plain and beige. The object appears to be made of metal with an etched design. The etched design on both sides is similar in style and texture. The images of the object are presented side by side.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 19th century
- Medium
- Lacquer, kinji, gold and silver hiramakie, takamakie and kirigane; Interior: nashiji and fundame
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 600 × 508 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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