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Knife Handle (Kozuka)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular object with a black background and gold-colored metal trim along the edges. The object features a raised design with a scene depicting multiple people in boats on water and buildings. The scene is intricately detailed with various objects and textures, including what appears to be waves, roofs, and clothing. The overall color scheme is predominantly black and gold. The object is titled "Knife Handle (Kozuka)" and is by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1615–1868
Medium
Copper-gold alloy (shakudō), gold, silver, copper
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
599 × 337 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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