| Object Number | 48-28-5 |
| Current Location | Collections Storage |
| Culture | Japanese |
| Provenience | Japan |
| Period | Edo Period |
| Date Made | 18th Century - 19th Century |
| Section | Asian |
| Description | Very fine case for carrying a brush and ink. This is an illustration of the re-use of sword fittings. The pommel (kashira) forms the lid, while the collar (fuchi) makes the sides of the box. The set was made by the Goto family. The design depicts a carp swimming in waves. The carp, which flings itself again and again up the cataract until at last it succeeds in mounting it, stands for bravery and perseverance and is a symbol often seen in Japanese art. |
| Height | 2.7 cm |
| Length | 18 cm |
| Credit Line | Gift of Dr. Mason W. Zimmerman through Mrs. Bradford Williams, 1948 |
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