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Knife Handle (Kozuka)

Hamano Naoyuki

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal handle with a dark gray to black patina. The handle is long and cylindrical. A scene depicting two humanoid figures with long hair and beards is etched into the surface. The right figure wears a loincloth with gold inlays. Both figures have their arms outstretched, with the left figure appearing to grab the right. The right figure has one leg bent in front and one behind. Gold inlays are used for detailing, including the loincloth and some hair. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th century
Medium
Copper-silver alloy (shibuichi), gold
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
599 × 337 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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