Knife Handle (Kozuka)
The image shows a Kozuka knife handle. The handle is long and rectangular; its surface dark gray with a subtle sheen. The handle features a design with a gold-toned color; the design is a mythical creature. The creature appears to be a dragon or a similar mythical being. The creature is intricately designed with curved lines and gold accents; it appears to be moving through clouds or waves. The background of the image is light grey.
Artwork details
- Date:
- ca. 1615–1868
- Medium:
- Copper-silver alloy (shibuichi), copper-gold alloy (shakudō), gold
- Culture:
- Japanese
- Dimensions:
- 599 × 337 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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