Fuchi: Swallow and Vine
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Fuchi: Swallow and Vine
Place of OriginJapan
Date19th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
Dimensions1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm)
Mediumsilver, gold, copper, and possibly shibuichi on shakudo
ClassificationMetalwork
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1912.827
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DescriptionShibuichi is an alloy of copper, silver, and gold.
Fish roe pattern shakudo ground. Shakudo is an alloy of copper and gold.
19th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
19th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
19th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
19th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
19th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
19th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
19th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
19th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
Edo Period (1615-1868), 19th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
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