Inro in the Form of an Eggplant with Mount Fuji and a Falcon

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Inro in the Form of an Eggplant with Mount Fuji and a Falcon

Early 18th century

Artist/maker unknown, Japanese

The eggplant, falcon, and depiction of Mount Fuji on this container meant to hold medicines are auspicious symbols associated with the first dream of the New Year.

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Object Details

Title:

Inro in the Form of an Eggplant with Mount Fuji and a Falcon

Date:

Early 18th century

Artist:

Artist/maker unknown, Japanese

Medium:

Inro: lacquer on wood; silver lid and collarNetsuke: lacquer on woodOjime: glass

Dimensions:

Inro: 2 7/8 x 2 3/8 inches (7.3 x 6 cm) Ojime (Height): 5/8 inches (1.6 cm) Netsuke (Height): 1 1/2 inches (3.8 cm)

Classification:

Containers

Credit Line:

Gift of Mrs. S. Emlen Stokes, 1987

Accession Number:

1987-25-13a--d

Geography:

Made in Japan, Asia

Context:

Period: Edo Period (1615-1868)

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