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Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark gray metal sword-hilt collar and pommel, oval in shape. The pommel has raised gold and darker gray metal designs depicting a landscape scene. The collar is flat and long, featuring an intricate design in gold and darker gray metal. The design on both pieces includes a landscape scene with buildings, a body of water, trees, and a sun. The metal has a textured appearance, with visible details and shading. The background of the image is light grey. Artist: Gassan Sadatoshi.

Artwork details

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