Imitation Leather (Japan, for export), ca. 1885 (CH 18395023-2)
Serpentine flowering stems with leaves and flowers in color. Brown ground.
Imitation Leather (Japan, for export), ca. 1885 (CH 18395023-3)
Serpentine flowering stems with leaves and flowers in color. Brown ground.
Imitation Leather (possibly Japan), 1875–85 (CH 18637541)
a) Fragment of imitation leather paper; design includes Arabic lettering. Stencilled with blue, orange, cream and gold on embossed surface.
Imitation Leather, Japanese Leather, 1875–85 (CH 18562203)
All-over pattern of vine set with flowers and fruit, gold against red ground.
Imitation Leather, Japanese Leather, 1875–85 (CH 18562203-2)
All-over pattern of vine set with flowers and fruit, gold against red ground.
Imitation Leather, Japanese Leather, 1875–85 (CH 18562203-3)
All-over pattern of vine set with flowers and fruit, gold against red ground.
Sidewall (Japan), 1875–1900 (CH 18800183)
Design of chrysanthamum, lily and insects. Printed in red on gold.
Sidewall (Japan), 1875–85 (CH 18658361)
The design is composed of continuous parallel diagonal bands of ornament. There are eight different bands before the repeat. Each band is of Chinese inspired motifs, largely of fret work designs, small floral m... More
Window Shade (possibly Japan), 1880–1900 (CH 18429951)
Large-scale water lily as central motif. Greek key design along left edge.
Window Shade (possibly Japan), 1880–1900 (CH 18429953)
Red/orange flowers growing on stem at bottom. Smaller yellow flowers on branch in center section. Greek key along right side and bottom edge.
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-18)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-19)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-2)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-20)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-21)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-22)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-23)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-24)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-26)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-27)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-28)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-29)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-3)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-30)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-31)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-32)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-33)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-36)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-37)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-38)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-39)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-4)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-40)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-41)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-42)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Sample Book (Japan), 19th century (CH 18556105-5)
Twenty-four double leaves, uncut, on the outer pages of which are mounted rectangles of silk with stencil-resist patterns, six to a page. First leaf marbled in red, blue and gray and inscribed. Patterns labeled... More
Bamboo Stalk Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18494653)
In the form of a bamboo stalk with raised, partially gilded, foliage decoration on front, and two small, raised birds on reverse, one of which is gilded. Lid is hinged on side. Striker on bottom.
Bird Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18533419)
In the form of a bird in profile, with small incised marks on body and wings to simulate feathers. Bird's head and breast flip open as lid. Lid hinged at back of bird's neck. Identical on front and reverse. Str... More
Cat Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18533729)
In the form of a cat, with flower blossom adorning body and string with bow tied at back of neck. Identical on front and reverse. Part of head and front foot opens as lid, hinged on top. Striker on bottom of back feet.
Chrysanthemums and Butterfly Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18493733...
Oblong, curved sides and corners, featuring raised ornament of chrysanthemum flowers and foliage, some leaves highlighted with silver and copper, a single butterfly on lid, variation of floral ornament on rever... More
Cicada Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18502393)
In the form of a cicada, with bulging eyes on head, large veined wings, and ribbed body. Reverse features underside of insect, textured belly probably intended as striker. Head serves as lid, hinged on reverse ... More
Dragon Head Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18533601)
In the form of a dragon's head, pearl clasped in bared teeth, rodent hangs on to dragon's gills; reverse features rodent hanging upside down from dragon's mouth. Back of neck, hinged on top, opens as lid. Strik... More
Fish with Folded Fin Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18533253)
In the shape of a fish with raised decoration of scales, gils, fins, with tail folded over one side of body, slight patina all over. Head flips open, hinged on top. Scales likely intended as striker.
Gate, Thatched-Roof Buildings, Sail Boats and Mt. Fuji in central rese...
Public domain photo of a golden object, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description.
Geisha Holding Fish on Platter Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 184954...
Oblong, upper corners rounded, featuring carved figure of geisha wearing patterned kimono of small squares and dots, holding small platter with fish on top. She is set against stylized reserve panel of bamboo t... More
Geisha's Head in Profile Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18495099)
In the form of a geisha's head in profile, with finely rendered ceremonial hairdo that wraps from front to back, featuring an assortment of hair ornaments on top such as two gilded combs, two gilded and one ung... More
Geisha's Head Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18502577)
In the form of a Geisha's head in 3/4 profile, with raised, finely rendered ceremonial hairdo that wraps from front to back, featuring assortment of hair ornaments, including a large flower with bow and tassles... More
Japanese Thatched-Roof House Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18534077...
In the form of a Japanese thatched-roof house, entrance and windows visible at its front, as well as small cracks in walls, more windows and wall cracks on reverse. Right side of house serves as lid and hinged ... More
Lobster Claw with Pearl Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18495319)
In the shape of a lobster claw with small, glass pearl held between pincers. Curved lid on back end, hinged on top. Striker on bottom.
Matchsafe (Japan), 19th century (CH 18534529)
Public domain photo of a golden object, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description.
Matchsafe (Japan), 19th century (CH 18534579)
Public domain photo of a golden object, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description.
Mokugyo (Gong) with Dragon Heads Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 1853...
In the form of a mokugyo, or gong, with two dragon heads at top, both joined by single pearl clasped in their mouths. Identical on front and back. Dragon heads form lid, hinged on side. Reserve on box body with... More
Oni Demon Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18533763)
In the form of the demon Oni, with small upright horns, curly hair, broad nose, wide, toothy grin, clawed fingers and toes, holding lantern; body rust-red in color, with facial features, lantern, garments and ... More
Sail Boats, Mt. Fuji and Cranes Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18502...
Rectangular, rounded corners, dark brown, lacquered metal body, featuring 2 gilded sail boats in lower right foreground, a gilded Mt. Fuji with silvered peak in upper left background, 2 gilded, flying cranes on... More
Samurai Warrior Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18534085)
In the form of a Samurai warrior, in full costume, with sword beneath garment. Head and shoulders form lid which, hinged on back, flips backwards to open box. Small feet are attached to striker on bottom.
Seated Bodhisattva Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18534061)
In the form of a Bodhisattva, draped in loose clothing, seated on a lotus flower and assuming the Lotus position for meditation, with arms resting on crossed legs, thumb and forefinger of each hand forming a ci... More
Sword Hilt with Fishing Boats and Water Birds Matchsafe, late 19th cen...
In the shape of a sword hilt, dark brown, with sloping sides, oval shaped lid with small lozenge shaped, gold framed openings on front and back; larger oval shaped base with flat bottom, slightly broader than c... More
Woman Holding a Fan Matchsafe, late 19th century (CH 18533167)
Oblong, rounded corners, featuring raised decoration of plump woman in kimono holding fan with butterfly and flower motifs; reverse features plump male in kimono holding a toothpick to his mouth, bamboo foliage... More
Bowl (Japan), 1896 (CH 18471655)
Bowl with flared foot. On ground of cream-colored small crackle glaze, decoration in Satsuma style. Chrysanthemum near base with multi-colored brocaded patterns of birds and floral motifs in the panels. Continu... More
Bowl (Japan), 1896 (CH 18471655-2)
Bowl with flared foot. On ground of cream-colored small crackle glaze, decoration in Satsuma style. Chrysanthemum near base with multi-colored brocaded patterns of birds and floral motifs in the panels. Continu... More
Bowl (Japan), 1904 (CH 18460173)
Deep round bowl on slightly undercut foot. On ground of cream-colored small-crackle glaze, Satsuma style decoration: all over patterns of closely-packed multi-colored chrysanthemums, predominant colors, gold a... More
Bowl (Japan), 1904 (CH 18460173-2)
Deep round bowl on slightly undercut foot. On ground of cream-colored small-crackle glaze, Satsuma style decoration: all over patterns of closely-packed multi-colored chrysanthemums, predominant colors, gold a... More
Photo of Cat Figure, 1904 (CH 18460175) - Public domain dedication
Figure of a cat, curled about himself, licking back paw. Satsuma style, cream-colored small crackle glaze, with painted streaks of brown and gold, tongue painted red.
Cups (Japan), late 18th–early 19th century (CH 18395647)
A pair of octagon cups with a thin red border around the lip of the cup both painted with a birds in an outdoor scene.
Cups (Japan), late 18th–early 19th century (CH 18395647-2)
A pair of octagon cups with a thin red border around the lip of the cup both painted with a birds in an outdoor scene.
Cups (Japan), late 18th–early 19th century (CH 18395647-3)
A pair of octagon cups with a thin red border around the lip of the cup both painted with a birds in an outdoor scene.
Vase (Japan), ca. 1870–80 (CH 18453573)
A black bulbous vase with a small neck. Vase depicts a flock of white birds flying around the top of the vase. Both top and bottom of the vase have the same, small, decorative band around it.
Secretary (Japan), 18th century (CH 18466451)
Public domain photo of a golden object, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description.
Secretary (Japan), 18th century (CH 18466451-2)
Public domain photo of a 3d object, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description.
Secretary (Japan), 18th century (CH 18466451-3)
Public domain photo of a golden object, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description.
Secretary (Japan), 18th century (CH 18466451-4)
Public domain photo of a golden object, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description.
"Ojime" Bead (11), late 19th–early 20th century (CH 18391561)
Strand of beads in a variety of realistic carved forms including: 2 fish, 1 rabbit, 1 pig, 2 monkeys, 3 men, 2 fruit, pierced longitudinally
"Ojime" Beads, early 20th century (CH 18391589)
String of ojime beads, composed of 8 ivory beads in animal shapes, 4 babies, 2 beads of bone, 2 yellow moulded with masks, 8 light brown, 5 dark brown with moulded relief, 6 in guri lacquer
Katagami, Arrow Design Imitating Warp Ikat (kasuri), late 19th–early 2...
Fabric stencil imitating water. Arrow-like geometric shapes point left on top, then point right on bottom.
Stencil, Pines and Leaves, late 19th–early 20th century (CH 18603219)
Various plants. Public domain photograph related to the history of Germany, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Stencil, Pines and Leaves, late 19th–early 20th century (CH 18603219-2...
Various plants. Public domain photograph related to the history of Germany, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Imitation Leather (Japan), ca. 1885 (CH 18395031)
Close-set diaper of very small circles. Resembles lizard skin in the over-all apearance. Painted black.
Belt slide Slide, late 19th–early 20th century (CH 18316881)
Public domain photograph of 3d object, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl Description.
Bowl (Japan), 1896 (CH 18471655-3)
Bowl with flared foot. On ground of cream-colored small crackle glaze, decoration in Satsuma style. Chrysanthemum near base with multi-colored brocaded patterns of birds and floral motifs in the panels. Contin... More
Cover (Japan), 1875–1900 (CH 18391597)
Public domain image of 16th century art, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Cover (Japan), 1875–1900 (CH 18454197)
Public domain photograph of 3d object, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl Description.
Cover (Japan), 1875–1900 (CH 18454203)
lute shaped box Public domain photograph related to music, performing arts, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Cover (Japan), 1875–1900 (CH 18454195)
Public domain photograph of 3d object, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl Description.
Cover (Japan), 1875–1900 (CH 18454219)
Public domain photograph of 3d object, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl Description.
Cover (Japan), 1875–1900 (CH 18454221)
Public domain photograph of 3d object, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl Description.
Cover (Japan), 1875–1900 (CH 18454225)
Public domain photograph of 3d object, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl Description.
Fragment (Japan) (CH 18665717) - Public domain dedication image
Picryl description: Public domain photograph of fabric, textile pattern, free to use, no copyright restrictions.
Fragment (Japan) (CH 18665727)
Public domain photograph of textile design, fabric pattern, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Fragment (Japan) (CH 18665743)
Public domain photograph of textile design, fabric pattern, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Fragment (Japan) (CH 18665715) - Public domain dedication image
Picryl description: Public domain photograph of fabric, textile pattern, free to use, no copyright restrictions.
Fragment (Japan) (CH 18665745)
Public domain photograph of textile design, fabric pattern, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Fragment (Japan) (CH 18665747)
Public domain photograph of textile design, fabric pattern, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Fragment (Japan) (CH 18665923)
Public domain photograph of textile design, fabric pattern, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Fragment (Japan) (CH 18665733) - Public domain dedication image
Public domain image of a banknote, paper money, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Fragment (Japan) (CH 18666025) - Public domain dedication image
Picryl description: Public domain photograph of fabric, textile pattern, free to use, no copyright restrictions.
Fragment (Japan) (CH 18665977) - Public domain dedication image
Public domain photograph of textile design, fabric pattern, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Fragment (Japan) (CH 18666035)
Public domain photograph of textile design, fabric pattern, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description