Knife Handle (Kozuka)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black rectangular object with rounded edges. The object features a design with five animals and foliage on a black background. From left to right, the design elements are: - A brown goat-like animal facing right with curved horns and a white patch on its back. - A yellow goat-like animal facing right. - A black goat-like animal facing right with curved horns and an orange patch on its back. - A dark blue bird-like animal facing right with a spotted stomach. - A gray goat-like animal facing right. - A yellow bird-like animal, looking down, on a branch with yellow leaves. The design is inlaid with gold, silver, and copper. The object is set against a light gray background. The object is titled "Knife Handle (Kozuka)" and is by an unknown artist.