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Sword-Hilt Collar and Pommel (Fuchigashira)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Oval and rectangular black metal objects with gold and silver designs. The oval object has an insect, possibly a beetle, on it, with long antennae and wings. A figure appears to be emerging from the insect's back. The rectangular object features various shapes, including curved and pointed ones. Both objects have a textured surface and appear to be made of metal, possibly steel or iron, with gold and silver inlays.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Copper-gold alloy (shakudō), gold, silver, copper
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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