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Inrō with Cranes in Plum, Bamboo and Pine

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red lacquer inrō with a design of cranes in plum, bamboo, and pine. The inrō is square with rounded corners and has a purple cord threaded through a metal loop at the top. A decorative metal piece is attached to the top of the cord. A smaller, round container with the same design is attached to the cord. The background is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Carved red lacquer Netsuke: bird and flower; lacquer, tsuishu Ojime: cricket among flowers; pierced and carved silver bead
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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