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Kozuka: (front) Two-Colored Cat and Two Butterflies; (back) signature and seal (kakihan)

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Kozuka: (front) Two-Colored Cat and Two Butterflies; (back) signature and seal (kakihan)

Artist Haruyuki (Hirata) (Japanese)
Date19th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
Dimensions3 7/8 in. (9.8 cm)
Mediumshibuichi and enamel
ClassificationMetalwork
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1912.981
Not on View
DescriptionShibuichi is an alloy of copper, silver, and gold.
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