Box Item Number: N2.712 a-b from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Slim, rectangular box (part a), the top quarter of which is formed by the fitted lid (part b). Surface of box and lid is entirely carved in relief; figures in a garden scene with trees and pavilions are depicted.
History Of Use
19th century export item for "calling card"
Item History
- Made in Japan
- Collected between 1911 and 1930
- Owned by James Fyfe-Smith and Mary G. Fyfe-Smith
- Owned by Florence Fyfe-Smith before 1957
- Received from Florence Fyfe-Smith (Donor) during 1957
What
Who
- Culture
- Japanese
- Previous Owner
- James Fyfe-Smith, Mary G. Fyfe-Smith and Florence Fyfe-Smith
- Received from
- Florence Fyfe-Smith (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Japan
When
- Collection Date
- between 1911 and 1930
- Ownership Date
- before 1957
- Acquisition Date
- during 1957
Other
- Condition
- good