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Pair of Sword-Grip Ornaments (Menuki)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pair of Sword-Grip Ornaments (Menuki) by artist. Two gold-colored metal ornaments shaped like flowers, resembling peonies, arranged vertically. Each ornament has a rounded shape with intricately detailed petals that curve outward and slightly upward, forming a ruffled edge. The petals have a textured surface with visible lines and ridges. The centers of the flowers feature raised dots arranged in a circular pattern. The ornaments are set against a plain gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Gold, possibly brass
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
600 × 480 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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