Case (Inrō) with Design of Chinese Sages on Verandah beside Rocks and Trees

The image shows a lacquerware case with two panels. The case is segmented into three stacked horizontal sections on each panel. The case has a rounded rectangular shape with a flat top and bottom. The top of the case features a black cord or handle. The case has a brown background with a gold and black design. The design on each panel features two men sitting on the floor. The men are wearing dark-colored robes. The men are sitting beside a tree, rocks, and plants. The men appear to be in a traditional Chinese setting. The case has a decorative border around the edges. The background behind the case is a solid brown color.

Artwork Details

Date: 17th century
Medium: Lacquer, fundame, nashiji, gold and black hiramakie, tortoiseshell, metal inlay; Interior: nashiji and fundame, upper case divided
Culture: Japan
Dimensions: 600 × 347 px
Public Domain: Yes
Museum Record: View original

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