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Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Oval-shaped metal piece with raised design; primarily black base with gold accents; design depicts bird atop raised waves. Rectangular metal piece with curved top and flat bottom; primarily black base with gold accents; design depicts faces, waves and foliage; positioned beneath oval-shaped piece. Title: Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira) Artist: Unspecified.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1615–1868
Medium
Copper-silver alloy (shibuichi), gold
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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