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Knife Handle (Kozuka) with Family of Chickens

c. 1615–1868

Japan, possibly Edo period

(1615-1868)
Medium
Copper-gold alloy (shakudō), gold
Measurements
Overall: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Bequest of James Parmelee 1940.673
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Not on view
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A copper-gold alloy horizontal knife handle features gold designs on a matte black surface. In the center, a rooster stands with its head turned toward a hen and five chicks pecking to our left. On the right, a slatted fence rises diagonally with pine needles behind the railing. Fine, etched gold lines define the detailed scene, creating a sharp contrast against the dark, matte background.

Knife Handle (Kozuka) with Family of Chickens

c. 1615–1868

Japan, possibly Edo period (1615-1868)

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