Case (Inrō) with Design of Tiger Seen from Behind
Dark brown, cylindrical case made of wood or lacquer, composed of horizontal panels. A black cord handle at the top. The case is divided into two parts; one side features a painted tiger seen from behind, bending forward with the tail on the other side. The tiger design has black outlines and shading. The background is a solid brown color. By Suzuki Gengyo. Titled "Case (Inrō) with Design of Tiger Seen from Behind".
Artwork Details
- Date
- 19th century
- Medium
- Lacquer, shibuichi coloured ground, gold, silver and red hiramakie, inlaid eye; Interior: red lacquer & silver fundame
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 600 × 439 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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