Writing box with clan emblems (mon)

anonymous, c. 1800

The clans of Japan’s ruling class had clan emblems (mon), which they displayed like a logo on clothing or utensils. Mon were sometimes used as decorative motifs too, as may be the case with this object.

  • Artwork typesuzuribako
  • Object numberAK-MAK-871
  • Dimensionsheight 4.5 cm x width 24.6 cm x depth 22.9 cm
  • Physical characteristicswood, lacquer, mother-of-pearl