Case (Inrō) with Design of Sages Seated on Verandah, One holding a Fan

Date17th–18th century

MediumLacquer, roiro, rubbed fundame, takamakie, tortoiseshell; Interior: nashiji and fundame

Dimensions2 1/2 x 2 3/16 x 1 in. (6.4 x 5.5 x 2.5 cm)

CultureJapan

PeriodEdo period (1615–1868)

DepartmentAsian Art

ClassificationInrō

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

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