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Inkstone Case and Lid

1800s

Japan, Edo period

(1615–1868)
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Medium
lacquer on wood inlaid with mother-of-pearl, applied carved metal, and glazed ceramic
Measurements
Overall: 3.5 x 21.6 x 16 cm (1 3/8 x 8 1/2 x 6 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Severance and Greta Millikin Collection 1964.281
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Not on view
Print
A rectangular lacquer box features rounded corners and a surface transitioning from dark brown to gold. Across the dark upper half, a tree spreads with golden and iridescent mother-of-pearl leaves. On the lower golden section, a textured green and brown structure sits centered among foliage and small flowers. Inlays of various blossoms and leaves decorate the surface, creating an organic scene against the polished finish.

Inkstone Case and Lid

1800s

Japan, Edo period (1615–1868)

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