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Knife Handle (Kozuka)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown, cylindrical object with rounded edges; surface has raised design featuring a central figure sitting cross-legged, surrounded by foliage and gold accents; figure appears to be in a meditative or serene pose; object resembles a handle. Title: Knife Handle (Kozuka) Artist: Unknown

Artwork Details

Date
1667–1736
Medium
Iron, gold, silver
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
599 × 337 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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