Japan
Edo period (1603-1868)
Japan
Brass, gold
H. 5.1; L 3.6; W 3 cm
(Hinge missing)
Brass travel box, probably an inkwell, representing the face of a Noh theatre character; its eyes are covered in gold.
Brass rim.
Base engraved with four flying herons.
Reference : 5455
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