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Case (Inrō) with Design of Saddle and Stirrups

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular brown object with rounded corners, made of interlocking diamonds pattern; featuring a design with two saddles and two stirrups; the saddles have a curved horn and cantle; stirrups are positioned below the saddles with an oval-shaped footrest and a strap attachment at the top; the saddles and stirrups are made of metal and have a textured surface.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Lacquer, brown ground, gold, black and silver hiramakie, metal inlay; Interior: nashiji and fundame
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 317 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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