Case (Inrō) with Design of Dragon Emerging from Waves

Date18th–19th century

MediumLacquer, roiro, yamimakie, black hiramakie, takamakie, inlaid raden eyes; Interior: nashiji and fundame

Dimensions3 1/2 x 2 1/8 x 13/16 in. (8.9 x 5.4 x 2 cm)

CultureJapan

PeriodEdo period (1615–1868)

DepartmentAsian Art

ClassificationInrō

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

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