An Incense Box In The Shape Of A Shell With Waka Inscriptions
An incense box (kōgō) made from a real shell, painted in gold on the inside with waka (和歌) inscriptions, likely of poetic or romantic character. The object recalls the shells used in the aristocratic game kai-awase (貝合わせ), though it is larger than the traditional examples employed for the game.
Period: Edo, early 19th century
Dimensions: 5 × 10 × 8 cm
Condition: Excellent condition.
1 200 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Width: 10 cm
Height: 5 cm
Depth: 8 cm
Reference (ID): 1667568
Availability: In stock
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