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Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and gold sword-hilt collar and pommel, oval and rectangular in shape. The oval piece is on top and the rectangular piece is on the bottom. Both pieces are black with gold floral designs. The gold designs include leaves and flowers. The background is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Copper-gold alloy (shakudō), gold
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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