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- Portable Comb Box with Surf Clams in Makie
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Portable Comb Box with Surf Clams in Makie
- Museum No.
- HK92-4
Photo No：365-9019
Color type：Color
| Title | Portable Comb Box with Surf Clams in Makie |
|---|---|
| Designation | |
| Artist | |
| Category | Lacquerware (H) |
| Country | Japan |
| Period | Edo |
| Century | 18th |
| Year | |
| Quantity | |
| Materials | Wood, lacquer, and makie (sprinkled metallic powder decoration) |
| Dimensions | Height 27.5cm Width 20.0cm Height 22.5cm |
| Inscription by | |
| Signature/Seals Etc | |
| Donor | Tamura Shizuko |
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This portable comb box used when traveling was likely once part of a bridal trousseau. It is decorated with clams entangled with fine seaweed. The motif is considered auspicious because the clam symbolizes wealth, while seaweed attaches itself over time. Together, they represent enduring prosperity.
Japan-Edo