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The auspicious shape of a double gourd is well matched by the naturalistic decoration of a flowering gourd vine that curves over the top and sides. The design was first chiseled into the surface in fine cross-hatching. Then sheets of gold and silver in varying compositions were hammered into the etched area to create a flush surface reminiscent of gold-sprinkled lacquer.
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Title: Gourd-shaped Incense Box
Period: Edo period (1615–1868)
Date: 18th century
Culture: Japan
Medium: Iron with gold and silver
Dimensions: W. 2 1/8 in. (5.4 cm); L. 3 5/8 in. (9.2 cm); D. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm)
Classification: Metalwork
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Wiesenberger, 1968
Object Number: 68.26.1a, b
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