Pair of Menuki (Hilt Ornaments)

18th–19th century

Caption

Pair of Menuki (Hilt Ornaments), 18th–19th century. Repousse sheet gold, Each: 3/8 x 1 9/16 in. (1 x 4 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Leighton R. Longhi, 74.202.7a-b.

Gallery

Not on view

Collection

Asian Art

Title

Pair of Menuki (Hilt Ornaments)

Date

18th–19th century

Period

Edo Period

Geography

Place made: Japan

Medium

Repousse sheet gold

Classification

Arms and Armor

Dimensions

Each: 3/8 x 1 9/16 in. (1 x 4 cm)

Credit Line

Gift of Leighton R. Longhi

Accession Number

74.202.7a-b

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