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Case (Inrō) with Design of Pomegranate Branches and Fruits

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black, rounded, rectangular case made of thin, horizontal strips. The case has a handle on top and is decorated with a design of pomegranate branches and fruits. The pomegranates are pink with white seeds and brown leaves. The case is shown from two angles, with the left side showing a single pomegranate and the right side showing a pair of pomegranates. The background of the image is a solid brown color. The case appears to be made of wood or lacquer and has a glossy finish.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Lacquer covered with horizontal aogai strips, ceramic inlay, gold hiramakie; Interior: roiro and fundame
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 390 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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