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Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black metal sword-hilt collar and pommel with gold floral designs. The collar is oval shaped and the pommel is rectangular with rounded edges. Both pieces have a textured surface. Gold flowers and leaves adorn both pieces. Background is light grey.

Artwork details

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