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Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal object, oval in shape, with intricate design on top and side. The object consists of two parts, one on top of the other. The top part is an oval shape and has a design of leaves, flowers, feathers, and wheat. The side part has a similar design but with more circular patterns and lines. The background is gray. The object titled as Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira) by artist unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
16th century
Medium:
Copper, gold
Culture:
Japanese
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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