| Product No. MEN-3114 無銘 | |
|---|---|
| Design | White Heron |
| Mei | Mumei |
| Material | Silver with gold gilding |
| Era | Late Edo Period |
| Box | Paulownia wood |
| Left Length | 1.3 cm (0.5 in) |
| Right Length | 1.2 cm (0.5 in) |
| Left Width | 2.8 cm (1.1 in) |
| Right Width | 2.8 cm (1.1 in) |
Price |
45,000 JPY |
| The white heron, with its pure white plumage and noble bearing, was a favored subject in sword fittings. This menuki depicts a pair of herons in flight, a rare motif. The silver mounts show signs of age, lending them a refined look. |
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