Twelve-lobed covered box

14th century

Not on view

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.

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元黑漆錫釦十二稜腰圓盒
Title: Twelve-lobed covered box
Period: Yuan dynasty (1271–1368)
Date: 14th century
Culture: China
Medium: Black lacquer trimmed in pewter
Dimensions: H. 4 in. (10.2 cm); L. 11 1/4 in. (28.6 cm)
Classification: Lacquer
Credit Line: Gift of Florence and Herbert Irving, 2019
Object Number: 2019.193.4a–c
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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