Case (Inrō) with Design of Seated Courtier beneath Umbrella (obverse) Noh Dancer (reverse)
Rectangular gold-colored object with rounded corners, featuring a design on the front; the design depicts a seated courtier holding an umbrella; the courtier wears a kimono and sits on the ground; the umbrella has a long handle; a cord with a tassel is attached. The reverse side features a design of a Noh dancer; the dancer wears a mask and a traditional Japanese costume with a large sleeve; gold, red, green, and white colors are present. A small charm in the shape of a samurai or noble is positioned above the rectangular object; the charm is gold-colored with red and green accents and holds a fan. The background is plain and light-colored.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 19th century
- Medium
- Lacquer, kinji, nashiji, gold, red, silver and black hiramakie, ivory inlay; Interior: nashiji and fundame
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 416 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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