Inrō with Noh Masks

Unknown maker

Medium: Two-part sheath type; lacquered wood with gold, silver, color takamaki-e, hiramaki-e, and carved lacquer and ceramic inlay on hirameji ground Netsuke: Shōki the Demon Queller; ivory Ojime: openwork ivory bead
Dimensions: 2 15/16 x 2 3/16 x 1 1/8 in. (7.4 x 5.6 x 2.9 cm)
Culture: Japan
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Inrō
Dated: first half 19th century
Pixels: 800 × 1200
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Inrō with Noh Masks. first half 19th century. The Metropolitan Museum of Art.