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Lion-shaped Sword-Grip Ornament (Menuki)

c. 1615–1868

Japan, possibly Edo period

(1615-1868)
Medium
gilt bronze
Credit Line
Bequest of Maud Eells Corning 1992.377
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A gilt bronze ornament depicts a lion-like creature facing left. Captured mid-stride, it stretches its front legs forward while pushing off with its back legs. Tightly coiled curls form a mane and a tail rising from its back. Its large head features an open mouth and round eyes. The polished gold surface highlights its muscular body and clawed paws.

Lion-shaped Sword-Grip Ornament (Menuki)

c. 1615–1868

Japan, possibly Edo period (1615-1868)

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