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Japanese Photograph Album
Image Not Available for Japanese Photograph Album

Japanese Photograph Album

DateLate 19th - Early 20th Century
Object NameAlbum
Mediumlacquer, mother of pearl
ClassificationsPhotography
DimensionsOverall: Length: 35 cm, Width: 27.5 cm, Height: 7 cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1987.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS013837
Keywords
About MeThis exquisite album was produced in Japan for the export market. It has been made using traditional methods of layering and hardening of lacquer. Mother-of-pearl inlay was also widely used both for traditional Japanese decoration and export wares.
Tableaux Vivants Balmoral
Balmoral Castle
October 1888
Front of Photograph
Alexander Dinnie
1850-1900