Case (Inrō) with Design of Bishamon on Clouds Pursuing Demon (Oni) Holding Sacred Gem

Rectangular case with rounded corners made of multiple connected sections. The case features a design with a predominantly brown background and swirling white clouds. A figure in a dark outfit with red accents and orange hair is on the left side, holding a long staff or weapon. On the right side is a dark figure with horns and a red mouth, holding a round object. The figures are surrounded by more swirling clouds.

Artwork Details

Date: 17th century
Medium: Lacquer, roiro and rubbed fundame, gold and silver hiramakie, tortoiseshell; Interior: nashiji and fundame
Culture: Japan
Dimensions: 600 × 389 px
Public Domain: Yes
Museum Record: View original

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