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Irises and chrysanthemums
Irises and chrysanthemums

Irises and chrysanthemums

Artist Koma Bunsai Japanese, 1811 - 1871
Place of OriginJapan
Dateapprox. 1800-1900
MaterialsLacquered wood, copper alloy and coral bead
DimensionsH. 1.7 cm x Diam. 3.8 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB70Y1549
DepartmentJapanese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
On View
Not on view
SignedSigned "Koma Bunsai" (netsuke) and "Somin" (disk) with coral bead
Subject
  • flower
  • iris
  • chrysanthemum
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