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Inro
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Basic Information | Accession Number: | 1885M3000 |
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Collection: | Applied Art - Asian |
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Date: | 1780 - 1820 |
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Notes | Inro are small boxes, usually of several compartments, used to carry medicines. They were first produced in the 17th century, and were worn until the beginning of the 20th century when Western dress was introduced into Japan. They were worn suspended on a twin cord from the obi (sash) secured by a netsuke (toggle) and an ojime (bead). This four box inro depicts a cockerel upon a barrel, the reverse depicts a hen and three chicks. The interior is red-brown speckled gold. | Presented by John Feeney. |
Further Information | Production Period: | Edo Period (1600-1868) |
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Medium: | Lacquerwork, inlaid with pearl and ivory. |
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Material(s): | Ivory |
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Place of Origin: | Japan |
Dimensions | Height: | 79 mm |
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Width: | 53 mm |
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Depth: | 14 mm |
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