Writing Box with a Brushwood Fence and Ivy
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Writing Box with a Brushwood Fence and Ivy
Edo period, 17th century
Lacquer coating with [maki-e] decoration
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Important Cultural Property
This exquisitely decorated box shows a rustic fence covered with ivy. The decoration is by Koma Kyūi, who served the samurai government of Japan as their official lacquer artist."
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