In this technique of the carved cinnabar lacquer, motives are carved in relief on many layers of red lacquered wooden body. The small peony flowers are delicately demonstrated overall around the large peony on the lid. This work is relatively large as an incense container and the color of cinnabar is exquisite.
Object label
Incense container with design of peonies
Wood, lacquered
D 18.8, H 6.7
China, Ming dynasty 15th century
- A023520
- A023520
- A023522
- A023523
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| Accession Number | 1063-0 |
|---|---|
| Category | Decorative Arts |
| Bibliography | Illustrated Catalogue of the Collection of Nara National Museum: Buddhist Implements. Nara National Museum, 1992, 121p. (Japanese) |