Ornament

29-96-437B

From: Japan

Curatorial Section: Asian

Native Name Keman
Object Number 29-96-437B
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Japanese | Buddhist
Provenience Japan
Section Asian
Materials Bronze
Technique Gilded | Engraved
Description

Kemans, oblong, gilded engraved symbols. Pendant made up of 4 metal ornamental cross pieces, joined with beads on wires. 5th piece is curved and has 3 pendants made up of 2 and 3 symbolic pieces joined with beads. Main part of Keman has 6 side hanging ornaments made up of 3 pieces each. 2 top end in bells.

Length 42 cm
Width 19 cm
Credit Line Bequest of Maxwell Sommerville, 1904

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