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Swordguard with Design of Dragon in thunderstorm
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Swordguard with Design of Dragon in thunderstorm

Artist (Japanese)
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: metal; copper; gold
DimensionsOverall: 7.9 x 7.4 x 0.9 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineFred & Isabel Pollard Collection
Object number1962.148.001
DescriptionRound outline, oval hole for Kozuka - half quatrefoil hole for Kogai - main decoration relief with gold highlights - dragon of Air in thunder storm, rain, lighting, tree, blossoms, table, figure, jar, fence & flowers. Other side - clouds, rain, figure (Shoki ?), flag or banner & rock with gold highlights. Surface is Nanako-ji (fish roe) both sides. Smooth oval washer stand. Rounded edge.
Status
Not on view
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