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Pair of Sword-Grip Ornaments (Menuki)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pair of Sword-Grip Ornaments (Menuki) by artist. Two ornamental pieces featuring a rooster design. Roosters are depicted in a three-dimensional relief style. The top rooster faces right; the bottom rooster faces left. Ornaments have gold, silver, and dark brown coloring. They are adorned with floral elements and leaves, showcasing a mix of gold and dark tones. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Copper-gold alloy (shakudō), gold, silver, copper, copper-silver alloy (shibuichi)
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
600 × 480 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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