元 黑漆錫釦十二稜腰圓盒|Twelve-lobed covered box

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14th century · Black lacquer trimmed in pewter · Asian Art

Lacquer boxes with lobed sides and pewter trim are typical of Yuan-dynasty artwork. Many were fitted with an interior tray that probably held cosmetics, combs, hairpins, and other adornments. This box represents a creative design that transforms a twelve-petal flower form into an elongated oval.

Artist

Unknown

Date

14th century

Medium

Black lacquer trimmed in pewter

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Gift of Florence and Herbert Irving, 2019