Case (Inrō) with a Fox from the Kyōgen Play The Fox Hunter (Tsurigitsune); Hunter behind Haystacks from the Kyōgen Play "Hakuzōsu" (reverse)
The image shows a dark brown, cylindrical case with a curved top and bottom. The case is divided into two halves, each featuring a different design. The left half depicts a large fox with a long tail and fluffy body, standing on its hind legs. The fox is surrounded by tall grasses and plants. The right half shows a person wearing a hooded cloak or robe, holding a bow and arrow. The person is standing among tall grasses and plants, possibly a field or forest. Both designs are rendered in shades of gold, white, and red on the dark brown background. A pink and white cord is visible at the top and bottom of the case.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 19th century
- Medium
- Gold and silver maki-e with colored lacquer on black lacquer Ojime: gilded metal with fox-monk Netuske: Lacquer oval box with diamond floral design (signed Kiyoharu)
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 600 × 555 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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