小柄 kozuka (knife handle) with crane, Ōtsuki Mitsuhiro

Artwork Overview

1795–1841
小柄 kozuka (knife handle) with crane, Edo period (1600–1868)
Where object was made: Japan
Material/technique: bronze
Credit line: William Bridges Thayer Memorial
Accession number: 1928.2478
On display: Loo Gallery

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Each part for a sword was considered an individual work of art, and each bears the seal of its maker. Look carefully to see the different scenes and images depicted on each piece.

Exhibitions

Kris Ercums, curator
Kate Meyer, curator
2013–2015
Kris Ercums, curator
Kate Meyer, curator
2016–2021
Kris Ercums, curator
2021–2023
Kris Ercums, curator
2021–2022