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Sword Pommel (Kashira)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown metal pommel with a rounded shape featuring three bulbous protrusions. The surface displays a subtle texture. A small, dark-colored metal piece protrudes from the bottom. The pommel by Koetsu.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1615–1868
Medium
Copper, gold
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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