Kozuka with design of insects and autumn grasses

Late 18th–early 19th century

Medium/TechniqueMain material: shakudo; surface treatment: nanako-ji; other metals: gold, silver, shibuichi and copper; decorative technique: iroe takazogan

DimensionsOverall: 9.7 x 1.5 x 0.5 cm (3 13/16 x 9/16 x 3/16 in.)

Credit LineWilliam S. and John T. Spaulding Collection

Accession number37.998

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ClassificationsArms and armor

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Asia

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