Pair of Sword-Grip Ornaments (Menuki)

Pair of Sword-Grip Ornaments (Menuki) by artist. Two small, elongated, horizontal ornaments with curved bottom edges. Ornaments feature multiple small figurines in gold, silver, and black. Top ornament: Three individuals and a monkey; a central figure sits cross-legged in black and gold patterned clothing; a monkey sits on the left; two people on the right, one with a fan. Bottom ornament: Three individuals; central figure wears black and gold patterned clothing; a man sits on the left; a man stands on the right with a hat. Ornaments rest on a light grey background.