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Purse with rocks and waves

Purse with rocks and waves
(Iwa to nami hakoseko)
 (mid 19th century)

Medium
silk, gilt thread, silk cord, cotton
Credit Line
Purchased with funds donated by Brenda and Edward Mouritz, 2025
Gallery location
Not on display

Artwork Details

Medium
silk, gilt thread, silk cord, cotton
Measurements
17 × 9 × 4 cm
Place/s of Execution
Japan
Department
Asian Art
Credit Line
Purchased with funds donated by Brenda and Edward Mouritz, 2025
Gallery location
Not on display

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