Decorated inro

Made:
Japan
Metal sheath only, rectangular, oval in cross-section

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Metal sheath only, rectangular, oval in cross-section
Science Museum Group
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Metal sheath only, rectangular, oval in cross-section, hinged lid, with cord for suspension, open work body bearing pictures of a Buddhist angel playing a musical instrument in relief, Japanese

Details

Category:
Asian Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A50143
Materials:
iron, gold, silver, string and complete
Measurements:
overall: 72 mm x 52 mm x 20 mm,
type:
inro
credit:
Glendining