Cosmetic Box (Lian) in the Form of a Lotus Pod with Lotus Scrolls

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Cosmetic Box (Lian) in the Form of a Lotus Pod with Lotus Scrolls

China, Yuan dynasty, 1279-1368
Furnishings; Accessories
Black lacquer on wood core with gold painted decoration (miaojin) and pewter trim
Height: 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm); Diameter: 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm)
Gift of Sam K. Lee and Jennifer A. Curlee in honor of the museum's twenty-fifth anniversary (M.90.70.6a-b)
Not currently on public view