Case (Inrō) with Design of Chinese Lions (Karashishi) with Peonies and on Bridge

Date18th–19th century

MediumLacquer, roiro, gold, red, silver hiramakie, takamakie, kirigane, gold metal; Interior: nashiji and fundame

Dimensions3 1/4 x 2 3/16 x 15/16 in. (8.2 x 5.5 x 2.4 cm)

CultureJapan

PeriodEdo period (1615–1868)

DepartmentAsian Art

ClassificationInrō

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

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