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Daruma Meditating in a Cave
Daruma Meditating in a Cave

Daruma Meditating in a Cave

DateMid-19th century
PeriodEdo period (1615–1868)
MediumBrass with copper-gold alloy (shadukdō), copper, and gold.
DimensionsOverall: 2 3/4 × 2 9/16 in. (7 × 6.5 cm)
ClassificationsWeapons
Credit LineGift of Philip and Nancy Kotler, 2022
Object number2022.13.23
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