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Inkstone Case with Dragon and Clouds in Makie
- Museum No.
- HK65
Photo No：5555-34655
Color type：Monochrome
| Title | Inkstone Case with Dragon and Clouds in Makie |
|---|---|
| Designation | |
| Artist | |
| Category | Lacquerware (H) |
| Country | Japan |
| Period | Edo Terminal Stage |
| Century | 18th～19th |
| Year | |
| Quantity | |
| Materials | Lacquered wood with makie (sprinkled metallic powder) and mother-of-pearl inlay |
| Dimensions | Height 22.9cm Width 22.7cm Height 2.1cm |
| Inscription by | |
| Signature/Seals Etc | |
| Donor | Okamura Takemori |
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In ancient China, dragons were seen as high-ranking, powerful creatures that controlled the heavens and the rain and represented the emperor. Their image in Japan was similar. This dragon, however, exudes more charm than fearsomeness. The artist is one from a long line of Kyoto lacquerers, all with the same name.
Japan-Edo-End of the