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Writing Box (Suzuribako) with Pine, Camellia, and Bamboo
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Japanese writing boxes are designed to hold all the tools for traditional calligraphy, including an inkstone, water dropper, ink cake, and brushes. This box retains its inkstone and water dropper, the latter of which has a design of camellia and pine, matching the late winter, early spring lacquer motifs on the lid.
| Artist / Maker | Japan, Muromachi period (1392–1573) |
|---|---|
| Date | 1400s |
| Culture / Origin | Japan, Muromachi period (1392–1573) |
| Medium | Lacquered wood with gold and silver sprinkled powder (maki-e), stone, and metal |
| Dimensions | Overall: 24.2 x 22.6 cm (9 1/2 x 8 7/8 in.) |
| Department | Japanese Art |
| Type | Lacquer |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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