Fuchi
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Collars and pommels (fuchi-kashira)
These were mounted at the lower end and top of the hilt of the sword. They were generally made of iron or copper alloy but some makers used horn and other materials. The design of the two components would be on a particular theme, and the decoration could be matching or complementary. The pommel (kashira) at the top would be prominently visible when the sword was worn.
These were mounted at the lower end and top of the hilt of the sword. They were generally made of iron or copper alloy but some makers used horn and other materials. The design of the two components would be on a particular theme, and the decoration could be matching or complementary. The pommel (kashira) at the top would be prominently visible when the sword was worn.
Object details
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| Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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| Brief description | Fuchi (sword-hilt collar) and kashira (pommel cap), sword fittings, Japan |
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| Summary | Collars and pommels (fuchi-kashira) These were mounted at the lower end and top of the hilt of the sword. They were generally made of iron or copper alloy but some makers used horn and other materials. The design of the two components would be on a particular theme, and the decoration could be matching or complementary. The pommel (kashira) at the top would be prominently visible when the sword was worn. |
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| Accession number | M.1460FUCHI-1931 |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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