Inrō in the Shape of a Leather Tobacco Case (Tabakoire) with Flowering Plum

Q: When was "Inrō in the Shape of a Leather Tobacco Case (Tabakoire) with Flowering Plum" created?

This artwork was created early–mid 19th century.

Q: Is "Inrō in the Shape of a Leather Tobacco Case (Tabakoire) with Flowering Plum" in the public domain?

Yes, Inrō in the Shape of a Leather Tobacco Case (Tabakoire) with Flowering Plum is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Matsuda Sukenaga

early–mid 19th century

Medium

Lacquer, carved wood imitating leather, gold metal clasp; Interior: plain

Dimensions

H. 3 1/16 in. (7.7 cm); W. 1 15/16 in. (5 cm); D. 1 1/8 in. (2.8 cm)

Classification

Inrō

Culture & Period

Japan · Edo period (1615–1868)

Department

Asian Art

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Edward C. Moore Collection, Bequest of Edward C. Moore, 1891

Accession Number

91.1.717

Inrō in the Shape of a Leather Tobacco Case (Tabakoire) with Flowering Plum

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