Black and Gold Haribako

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a small, ornate black lacquered box, possibly a miniature tansu or decorative chest, with intricate gold patterns adorning its surface, including floral and vine motifs. The box has two drawers, each featuring elegant, gold-colored handles shaped like stylized leaves or fans, contributing to its artistic appearance. A vertical, angular structure extends from the top of the box, possibly serving a functional or decorative purpose. The entire piece rests on a textured, white surface and exudes a sense of traditional craftsmanship, likely indicative of East Asian, particularly Japanese, design aesthetics.

The image features a small, ornate black lacquered box, possibly a miniature tansu or decorative chest, with intricate gold patterns adorning its surface, including floral and vine motifs. The box has two drawers, each featuring elegant, gold-colored handles shaped like stylized leaves or fans, contributing to its artistic appearance. A vertical, angular structure extends from the top of the box, possibly serving a functional or decorative purpose. The entire piece rests on a textured, white surface and exudes a sense of traditional craftsmanship, likely indicative of East Asian, particularly Japanese, design aesthetics.

Name/Title

Black and Gold Haribako

Entry/Object ID

2020.7.9

Description

Black and gold haribako (sewing kit bix) with two drawers and a stand on the left side with a box hanging over the top. On top is red felt. from a Hina-Matsuri set brought by Michik Takaoka to promote increased awareness of Japanese culture in 2004.