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Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts two black metal pieces with a floral design. The top piece is oval-shaped and has a flat top with a small circular indentation. The bottom piece is rectangular. Both pieces feature a raised floral pattern with gold dots. The background is light gray. The sword-hilt collar and pommel are by artist Fuchigashira.

Artwork details

Date:
late 18th–early 19th century
Medium:
Copper-gold alloy (shakudō), gold
Culture:
Japanese
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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