Japanese Inro, Boy Fighting Demon
Description:Inro, black and colored lacquer on wood, relief decoration of applied mother-of-pearl, metal, pottery, ivory, and crystal or glass. Edo period, 18th century. Three compartments and lid. Obverse decoration shows boy struggling with demon, the story of Taira no Koremochi struggling with a demon encountered during a maple-viewing excursion. Carved wood bead in the form of an eggplant. Plaited purple silk cord.
Category | Other - Arts and Antiques |
Reference Number | 00849 |
Maker/Artist | Japan |
Materials | Lacquer; wood; mother of pearl |
Measurements | 6.60 x 5.20 x 2.10 cm |
Time Period | 18th Century |