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Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown metal sword-hilt collar and pommel. The pommel is oval-shaped with a small circular protrusion on top. The pommel features six raised crab designs. The collar is cylindrical with eleven raised crab designs around its circumference. The background is light grey with a subtle shadow beneath the items. The metal has a textured surface with visible signs of aging. Portion of the pommel and collar have a gold-colored hue on their edges.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1615–1868
Medium:
Iron
Culture:
Japanese
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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