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Fuchi: Hen and Two Chicks

Place of OriginJapan
Date19th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
Dimensions1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm)
Mediumshibuichi, gold, and silver on a shakudo ground
ClassificationMetalwork
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1912.900E
Not on View
DescriptionShibuichi is an alloy of copper, silver, and gold. Shakudo is an alloy of copper and gold. Rish roe pattern shakudo ground.
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