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Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Oval and rectangular dark brown metal pieces. The oval piece features gold designs with a central figure wielding a sword. The rectangular piece depicts a man's face with gold accents. Both pieces display artistic gold and black detailing. They are likely sword hilt collar and pommel, by Fuchigashira.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Copper-silver alloy (shibuichi), gold, copper-gold alloy (shakudō), copper
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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