Kozuka with design of a courtesan in a boat (Asazuma-bune)

Yokoya Sôyo (Japanese, 1700–1779)

Late 18th–early 19th century (?)

Medium/TechniqueMain material: shibuichi; surface treatment: migaki-ji; other metals: gold and silver; decorative technique: katakiri-bori and hirazogan

DimensionsOverall: 9.5 x 1.4 x 0.4 cm (3 3/4 x 9/16 x 3/16 in.)

Credit LineWilliam S. and John T. Spaulding Collection

Accession number37.853

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ClassificationsArms and armor

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Asia

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