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Inro
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Basic Information | Accession Number: | 1885M3056 |
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Collection: | Applied Art - Asian |
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Date: | 1800 - 1900 |
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Maker Information | Attributed to: | Toshihide II - View biography for Toshihide II |
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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 has overall design of a small bird perching on the branches of a leafless tree. | Presented by John Feeney. |
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