“Shakudō: from Samurai Ornaments to Jewelry” Exhibition Exhibit
Bracelet with butterflies
Japan, late 1800s
Gold and silver-gilt shakudo
Private Collection
Brooch with a boat in a thunderstorm
Japan, late 1800s
Gold and silver-gilt shakudo
Private Collection
Bracelet with male and female figures playing musical instruments
Japan, late 1800s
Gilt shakudo and shell, possibly painted with maki-e lacquer
Private Collection
Necklace composed of elements resembling the cap of the samurai sword (kashira)
Japan, 1800s
Gold and silver-gilt shakudo
Private Collection
Brooch with women in kimonos making fans
Japan, late 1800s
Gold and silver-gilt shakudo , possibly painted with maki-e lacquer
Private Collection
Brooch with frogs in a water lily pond
possibly inspired by Cho ju -giga scroll paintings of animal caricatures
Japan, late 1800s
Gold and silver-gilt shakudo
Private Collection