kotsuzumi-bako
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The small box was used to store a small drum (jap. kotsuzumi), which is used in the theatre and by dancers. Made of light-coloured softwood, colourfully painted. Domed lid and base. Lined with patterned paper on the inside. The two outer longitudinal surfaces each have a metal ring attached to a flower-shaped rosette, to which a purple, three cm wide ribbon is attached for lacing. The wood of the box is painted The wood of the box is painted on all sides with fan-shaped leaves lying on top of each other chrysanthemums in bloom in the Rimpa style. The very skilful painting could be by Sekka, Kamisaka (1866-1942). He was one of the most important artists of the Rimpa revival in the 19th century.
