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Case (Inrō) with Chrysanthemum Decoration

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Case (Inrō) with Chrysanthemum Decoration by Artist. Oval-shaped case with rounded corners; made of lacquer; predominantly gold and teal; decorated with chrysanthemums; has a patterned metal toggle; attached to a braided cord; finished with a bow at the bottom. A round, gold and black patterned piece is attached to the cord.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Gold and silver maki-e with inlay of mother-of-pearl on lacquered ground
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
469 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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