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Knife Handle (Kozuka)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown leather handle with gold trim on both ends. A black and gold metal piece is attached to the handle, featuring a design with leaves and a bird. The bird has a long beak and appears to be a crow or raven. The metal piece has a textured surface and appears to be made of inlaid metal. The background is a light gray color. The handle, Knife Handle (Kozuka), by artist Masamune.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Copper-gold alloy (shakudō), copper-silver alloy (shibuichi), copper, silver, gold
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
599 × 337 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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