

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