Brass inro (small decorative container) from the Meiji and Taisho periods
USD 344.00 USD
Specifications
| Primary Material | Brass |
| Color | Gold |
| Original/Reproduction | Antique Original |
| Region Of Origin | Japan |
| Maker | Natural stone |
| Age | 1900-1940 |
| Country Of Origin | Japan |
Inro (inro) originated as a container for seals and ink pads that was introduced from China during the Muromachi period. Like other inro, it has a structure where a cord is passed through the tubes on both sides, designed to prevent the lid from opening accidentally.
