14977 Iron inlaid plate, Kyoto, Japan, 1850-1900

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Iron inlaid plate from Japan, 1850 - 1900

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Object statement

Iron inlaid plate, Kyoto, Japan, 1850-1900

Production notes

Made in Kyoto, Japan in the mid 19th century.
Research on object file indicates the plate was traded overseas by the Ikeda Company.

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Description

Iron inlaid plate, Kyoto, Japan, 1850-1900

A plate featuring a raised, detailed design. The outer rim features an image of a dragon and fire partially hidden in a swirling pattern. The centre circle features an image of a man. The plate is marked on base.

Made: Kyoto, Japan; 1850 - 1900

Marks

Marked on base with Japanese symbols. See image for detail.

Registration number

14977

Production date

1850 - 1900

Height

25 mm

Diameter

242 mm

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Acquisition credit line

Purchased 1887

This object record is currently incomplete. The information available may date back as far as 125 years. Other information may exist in a non-digital form. The Museum continues to update and add new research to collection records.

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