Japanese Frog Inro
Japanese Frog Inro
Date: early to late 19th to early 20th century
Geography: Japan
Culture: Japanese
Dimensions: full length with cord 62cm L inro 7.5cm L 4cm W x 3 D.
Weight: 92g
Material: bone
Condition is good
This exquisite handmade Japanese inro, crafted during the late 19th to early 20th century, is a captivating testament to traditional artistry and functional design. Suspended gracefully from a cord adorned with a meticulous Mizuhiki knot and featuring a delicately carved fish ojime, this inro is a fusion of aesthetic beauty and practicality.
The inro showcases a meticulous attention to detail with its intricately carved frogs, adding a touch of whimsy and nature-inspired charm. Its surface is adorned with a captivating floral painted design, a testament to the artisan's skill in blending form and artistic expression.
Functionally, the inro was traditionally hung from the Japanese garment, the kimono as it had no pockets so the inro serves as a container with two compartments traditionally used for carrying medicine. The embodiment of Japanese craftsmanship, this piece not only reflects the cultural significance of inros but also embodies the era's artistic sensibilities
Japanese Frog Inro
Date: early to late 19th to early 20th century
Geography: Japan
Culture: Japanese
Dimensions: full length with cord 62cm L inro 7.5cm L 4cm W x 3 D.
Weight: 92g
Material: bone
Condition is good
This exquisite handmade Japanese inro, crafted during the late 19th to early 20th century, is a captivating testament to traditional artistry and functional design. Suspended gracefully from a cord adorned with a meticulous Mizuhiki knot and featuring a delicately carved fish ojime, this inro is a fusion of aesthetic beauty and practicality.
The inro showcases a meticulous attention to detail with its intricately carved frogs, adding a touch of whimsy and nature-inspired charm. Its surface is adorned with a captivating floral painted design, a testament to the artisan's skill in blending form and artistic expression.
Functionally, the inro was traditionally hung from the Japanese garment, the kimono as it had no pockets so the inro serves as a container with two compartments traditionally used for carrying medicine. The embodiment of Japanese craftsmanship, this piece not only reflects the cultural significance of inros but also embodies the era's artistic sensibilities
Japanese Frog Inro
Date: early to late 19th to early 20th century
Geography: Japan
Culture: Japanese
Dimensions: full length with cord 62cm L inro 7.5cm L 4cm W x 3 D.
Weight: 92g
Material: bone
Condition is good
This exquisite handmade Japanese inro, crafted during the late 19th to early 20th century, is a captivating testament to traditional artistry and functional design. Suspended gracefully from a cord adorned with a meticulous Mizuhiki knot and featuring a delicately carved fish ojime, this inro is a fusion of aesthetic beauty and practicality.
The inro showcases a meticulous attention to detail with its intricately carved frogs, adding a touch of whimsy and nature-inspired charm. Its surface is adorned with a captivating floral painted design, a testament to the artisan's skill in blending form and artistic expression.
Functionally, the inro was traditionally hung from the Japanese garment, the kimono as it had no pockets so the inro serves as a container with two compartments traditionally used for carrying medicine. The embodiment of Japanese craftsmanship, this piece not only reflects the cultural significance of inros but also embodies the era's artistic sensibilities