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Pouch-shaped tobacco container (tonkotsu) with bird-shaped kite
Pouch-shaped tobacco container (tonkotsu) with bird-shaped kite

Pouch-shaped tobacco container (tonkotsu) with bird-shaped kite

Artist (Japanese, 1807 - 1891)
Date1807-1891
PeriodEdo (1615-1868) or Meiji period
MaterialsWood with lacquer and metallic powders
DimensionsH. 7.0 cm x W. 7.7 cm x D. 2.85 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB70Y1413
DepartmentJapanese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
On View
On view
LocationGallery 27
SignedSigned "Tairyuo"
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This container resembles an inro, a small carrying case for seals or medicine, but was actually used to hold tobacco.