Cylindrical, light brown object with rounded edges. A braided brown cord extends from the top, secured by a small spherical bead. The cord curves up to a circular, dark brown object. The light brown object features a design with dark gray clouds, orange fruits, and three birds. The top two birds are positioned on the left side, while one bird perches on the bottom.
Artwork details
- Date:
- early 19th century
- Medium:
- Lacquer with gold and silver makie, coral, and applied stained ivory Ojime: bead with stylized medallions; green stone with gold makie lacquer Netsuke: round box with iris design
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 468 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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