Boîte, M.C. 2018-236, Entre 1800 et 2000

Production date: between 1800 and 2000 dating in century: 19th century object type(s): domestic life, japan name(s): box materials and techniques: bronze, patina place(s) of execution/production: japan dimensions - artwork: height: 5. 8cm diameter: 13. 5cm description: circular-shaped incense box (kōgō) with lid decorated with two mandarin ducks, one in flight, the other in the water. The waves are made with silver net and alternate small square pieces obtained using gold leaf. Mode of acquisition: legacy name of donor, testator, seller: preston, harley hall institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 2018-236. Date: Entre 1800 et 2000.