Asian Art :: Japan

Portable storage chest [hasamibako]

JAPAN
Edo period 1615-1868

Portable storage chest [hasamibako]

18th century, Japan

wood, lacquer, gold leaf, metal, embossed paper

63.5 x 46.5 x 35.5 cm

Gift of Andrew and Hiroko Gwinnett through the Art Gallery of South Australia Foundation 2011 in recognition of Dick Richards as the first Curator of Asian Art (1968-2000)

Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide

20115A29

Currently on display in Gallery 20