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Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal sword-hilt collar and pommel, fuchigashira, oval pommel on top and cylindrical collar on bottom, both with same swirling pattern, gray metal with gold and rust-colored details, on gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century (?)
Medium
Copper-silver alloy (shibuichi), copper
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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