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Incense Burner
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This container's repeated, undulating, rounded sides evoke waves over which the articulated plovers sweep. The bronze cover (probably a later addition) mimics the design of a fishing weir. Overall, the container brings to mind the seashore. The earthy quality of the lacquered surface demonstrates the interaction between a man-made pattern (the plovers) and the somewhat unexpected surface of a natural material such as wood.
| Artist / Maker | Japan, Nanbokuchō period (1336–92) |
|---|---|
| Date | late 1300s |
| Culture / Origin | Japan, Nanbokuchō period (1336–92) |
| Medium | black lacquer on wood with decoration in maki-e; metal rims; bronze lid |
| Dimensions | Overall: 7.7 x 10.8 cm (3 1/16 x 4 1/4 in.) |
| Department | Japanese Art |
| Type | Lacquer |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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