Case (Inrō) with Design of God of Longevity (Jurōjin) beside Flowering Plum Tree (obverse); Karako Walking on Bridge (reverse)

Cylindrical case with rounded edges and a flat top and bottom. Two images are presented side by side. The left image features a small figure of a man standing on a path with a mountainous background. The man wears a traditional outfit and a hat. He appears to carry a pack on his back. Elements of the scene include a tree, bamboo stalks, and a mountain range. The right image depicts a bearded man wearing a long robe and hat, holding an object that resembles a staff or pipe. He stands beside a flowering plum tree. The background includes wavy lines suggesting water and distant mountains. The cylindrical case has a bronze or brass color with intricate designs and textures throughout both images. Horizontal lines segment the case into sections. The background behind the case is neutral.

Artwork Details

Date: 19th century
Medium: Lacquer, kinji, gold, silver and black hiramakie, kirigane, metal inlay; Interior: nashiji and fundame
Culture: Japan
Dimensions: 599 × 565 px
Public Domain: Yes
Museum Record: View original

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