Fuchi with Dragon and Waves
The gold body of a dragon swimming through waves covers the front of the fuchi. Dragons are associated with water, so are often depicted in clouds or waves. They are a popular motif for sword fittings. This is part of a mounted set.
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79516
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Henry Walters, Baltimore [date and mode of acquistion unknown]; Walters Art Museum, 1931, by bequest.
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CC0
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en
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2
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