(Small Box in the shape of a Treasure Ship (Takarabune))
Artist: Unknown Japanese
Box, gold lacquer, in shape of sampan, on the sail of which appear symbols in red and black amid black clouds. The sampan is loaded with barrels and bags. A piece of coral represents the top of the mast, and metal threads are used for ropes.
- Date
- 19th century
- In our collection
- since December the 17th, 2008 up to now
- Dimensions
- 13/16 x 3 1/8 x 5 1/8 in. (2.06 x 7.94 x 13.02 cm)
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Lacquer with sprinkled gold designs
- Price
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- Composition
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oxygen 10% iron 26% cadmium 39% zinc 25%