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Case (Inrō) with Landscape Design of Sumiyoshi Shrine

Kyūho

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black lacquer inro with a landscape design featuring Sumiyoshi Shrine. The inro has a rounded rectangular shape. The design has four panels. The top panels show a tree lined shore with waves. The bottom panels show a bridge over water with pine trees. Gold and beige are used for the design against the black background. A beige rope trim is on the top and bottom. The artwork is by Kyūho.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1800
Medium
Gold maki-e with black lacquer Ojime: metal or lacquered bead Netsuke: ivory carved with design of chrysanthemum and waves
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 447 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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