Box
late 19th century (made)
Artist/Maker | |
Place of origin |
This box with cover is made of iron and richly overlaid with gold, representing, on the cover, a view of the Kiyomizu Temple at Kyoto. The rims and linings are of gilt brass, the latter being engraved with bird and flower pieces. The borders are of vine foliage, key and other conventional patterns.
Object details
Object type | |
Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
|
Materials and techniques | |
Physical description | Iron box with cover made by Komai. |
Dimensions |
|
Marks and inscriptions | 'Komai' (Signed (seal rebus)) |
Subject depicted | |
Place depicted | |
Summary | This box with cover is made of iron and richly overlaid with gold, representing, on the cover, a view of the Kiyomizu Temple at Kyoto. The rims and linings are of gilt brass, the latter being engraved with bird and flower pieces. The borders are of vine foliage, key and other conventional patterns. |
Collection | |
Accession number | M.71:1-1920 |
About this object record
Explore the Collections contains over a million catalogue records, and over half a million images. It is a working database that includes information compiled over the life of the museum. Some of our records may contain offensive and discriminatory language, or reflect outdated ideas, practice and analysis. We are committed to addressing these issues, and to review and update our records accordingly.
You can write to us to suggest improvements to the record.
Suggest feedback
You can write to us to suggest improvements to the record.
Suggest feedback
Record created | June 25, 2009 |
Record URL |
Download as: JSONIIIF Manifest