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Inro, Ojime, Netsuke

later 1800s

Shibata Zeshin 柴田 是真

(Japanese, 1807–1891)
Culture
Japan, Edo period (1615–1868) to Meiji period (1868–1912)
Medium
lacquer with sprinkled gold, silver, and mother-of-pearl design, coral, and wood
Measurements
Overall: 8 x 5.3 cm (3 1/8 x 2 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of D. Z. Norton 1916.848
Public Domain
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A tiered black lacquer case is joined to a circular wooden toggle by a purple braided cord. Shimmering gold, silver, and iridescent floral designs, featuring slender leaves and budding clusters, decorate both components. Horizontal lines divide the case into sections. A small red bead sits on the cord between the elements. Below the case, the cord forms an intricate, multi-looped knot. Polished surfaces stand out against a dark, monochromatic background.

Inro, Ojime, Netsuke

later 1800s

Shibata Zeshin

(Japanese, 1807–1891)
Japan, Edo period (1615–1868) to Meiji period (1868–1912)

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