Writing Box with Design of Doves
Original Language Title蒔絵硯箱
CultureJapanese
Date18th century
MediumBlack lacquer with colored lacquers and designs in gold and silver makie, ink stone, silver water dropper, and two brushes
DimensionsOverall: 1 5/8 × 8 3/8 × 9 inches (4.14 × 21.29 × 22.86 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number33-114 A-G
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DescriptionPolished black laccquer box with lid; slightly raised design of three doves in gold and silver on lid. Interior Nashiji fitted with an ink slab and a metal water coupe. a: Lid to Writing Box, b: Writing Box, c: Insert with Inkstone, d: Container, e: Insert for Brushes, f: Brush, g: Brush
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