Silver Inlay Decoration for Ancient Swords
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Sword Guard; with Silver Inlay
Found at the Bessho Tomb No. 1, Shizuoka, Kofun period, 6th–7th centuryJapanese Archaeology and Special Exhibition (Heiseikan) Japanese Archaeology Gallery
June 25, 2024 (Tue) - December 22, 2024 (Sun)The inlay technique involves rendering pictorial designs, patterns, or lettering using different materials from the base material. During the Kofun period (ca. 3rd century–7th century), the inlay technique made advancement in metalwork production. This section of the gallery features sword fittings decorated with silver inlay, presenting a range of inlaid designs.
| Designation | Name | Creation/ Excavation/ Provenance |
Period | Acquisition/ Ownership/ Accession Number |
CMT | ||
| Highlight | Important Art Object | Pommel; with Silver Inlay | Found in Takasaki City, Gunma | Kofun period, 6th century | J-36748 | ||
| Highlight | Sword Guard; with Silver Inlay | Found at the Bessho Tomb No. 1, Shizuoka | Kofun period, 6th–7th century | J-12788 | |||
| Highlight | Locket (Mouth Band) of a Sword Sheath; with Silver Inlay | Found at the Hokori Kurumazuka Tumulus, Mie | Kofun period, 6th century | J-13938-1 |