Case (Inrō) with Design of Shishi Dogs beside Rocks and Waterfall

Date18th–19th century

MediumLacquer, roiro, yamimakie, black hiramakie, takamakie, gold metal inlay; Interior: gyobu nashiji and fundame

Dimensions3 5/8 x 1 7/8 x 1 1/4 in. (9.2 x 4.8 x 3.1 cm)

CultureJapan

PeriodEdo period (1615–1868)

DepartmentAsian Art

ClassificationInrō

H. O. Havemeyer Collection, Bequest of Mrs. H. O. Havemeyer, 1929

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