Inro: Peony, King of Flowers

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Inro: Peony, King of Flowers

Place of OriginJapan

Datemid-19th century

Dimensions2 1/8 x 1 15/16 in. (5.4 x 4.9 cm)

Mediumwood with lacquer

ClassificationSculpture

Credit LineGift of H. A. Fee

Object number

1950.95C

Not on View

DescriptionFront: peony, King of Flowers. Back: lion, King of Beasts. Relief carved wood with touches of gold and red lacquer.

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