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Case (Inrō) with Design of Pine and Cherry Tree (obverse); Rooster and Hen on a Drum (reverse)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular, cylindrical case with rounded edges and flat top and bottom. The case has a dark background with gold, blue, and purple designs. A large pine tree and a cherry blossom tree are on the front. A gold spiral design is near the center. The case has a small loop of pink cord at the top with a metal ball and a flower-shaped metal piece attached. The cord is tied in a bow at the bottom. The background is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Black lacquer inlaid with gold foil and mother-of-pearl
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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