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Case (Inrō) with Design of Chinese-Style Landscape with Floral Band and Stylized Character

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The object is a tall, cylindrical case with a rounded top and bottom. It is divided into sections and has a black top and bottom. The case features a design of a Chinese-style landscape with buildings, trees, and mountains. There is a floral band around the top and bottom edges. A stylized character is included in the design. The case appears to be made of a material such as lacquer or wood and has a shiny finish. The background of the image is a neutral color. Two identical cases are shown side by side.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Ivory, carved relief, stained; Interior: fundame
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
470 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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