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Sword Pommel with Phoenix Head

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The object on display is titled "Sword Pommel with Phoenix Head" and made by an unidentified artist. The object is a circular metal pommel with a phoenix head at its center. The pommel is made of bronze or brass and features a ring-shaped design with a raised phoenix head in the center. The phoenix has a long curved beak and appears to have its wings spread out. The ring is decorated with intricate designs and patterns. The pommel is mounted on a wooden base that tapers towards the bottom. The background of the image is a gradient of dark to light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
5th–6th century
Medium
Gilt bronze
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
558 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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