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Sake Decanter in the Shape of a Box, with Clamshells
- Museum No.
- HO56
Photo No：180522_HL_0039
Color type：Color
| Title | Sake Decanter in the Shape of a Box, with Clamshells |
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| Designation | |
| Artist | |
| Category | Lacquerware (H) |
| Country | Japan |
| Period | Edo |
| Century | 18th |
| Year | |
| Quantity | |
| Materials | Lacquered wood with makie (sprinkled metallic powder) decoration |
| Dimensions | Height 11.3cm Width 21.3cm Height 6.5cm |
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| Signature/Seals Etc | |
| Donor | Tsukagoshi Masaaki |
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Since ancient times, clamshells have symbolized wealth, which gives this piece an auspicious feel. While it may look like a luxurious box, it actually functions as a container for sake (rice wine). Maybe it was originally part of a portable picnic set. The red-knobbed plug at the corner might be a later replacement for a lidded metal spout.
Japan-Edo