Ornement de sabre (menuki), M.C. 2018-259(1)

Dating in century: 18th-19th century type(s) of object(s): metal, metal arts, japan name(s): armor element materials and techniques: bronze, gold, silver, copper place(s) of execution/production: japan dimensions - artwork: length: 3. 2cm width: 1. 5cm description: small ornament arranged in pairs on the hilt of the saber to make it easier to grip. The relief decoration represents a muscular character on an enormous bell. Mode of acquisition: legacy name of donor, testator, seller: preston, harley hall institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 2018-259. Date: Unknown.