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Case (Inrō) with Design of Autumn Flowers

Shiomi Masanari 塩見政誠

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and gold inro case with floral design. Rectangular shape. Gold floral designs on black background. Braided purple cord threaded through gold bead at top. Ends of cord looped at bottom. Clear glass bead with purple material inside at top right end of cord. Background gray.

Artwork Details

Date
early 18th century
Medium
Case: gold, silver, and blue lacquer on black lacquer; Fastener (ojime): pierced gold with floral design; Toggle (netsuke): crystal carved in the shape of a bucket
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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