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Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Oval-shaped black and gold sword hilt collar and rectangular pommel, featuring a dragon design. The oval piece is positioned above the rectangular one. Both pieces have a textured surface. The dragon is depicted in gold and black with yellow spots; it has a long body, scales, and a tail. The dragon's head is on the left side of both pieces, facing right. Gold accents are present on both pieces. The background is gray.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Copper-gold alloy (shakudō), gold
Culture:
Japanese
Dimensions:
500 × 625 px
Museum record:
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