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Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal object with dark brown patina. Oval-shaped top piece has a small circular gold-colored metal plate on top and bottom. Top piece features carved design of bamboo stalks and leaves. Bottom piece is rectangular and longer than it is tall. Also features a carved design of bamboo stalks and leaves. Small gold-colored circular protrusion on left side. Gray background.

Artwork Details

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