SWORDS-SCABBARDS AND RACK WITH SHELL DESIGNS. 
(With the exception of the long sword, an exhibit belonging to Shonosuke Kishimoto) 
The scabbards are ornamented by shell-work set in, then completely covered by repeated layers of black lacquer 
burnished until the shells were again visible. Careful examination reveals elegant workmanship. Clam and 
Turban shells with their opercula,Turban shell whorls, inner valves of Tellen shells, and young clams all appear ; 
edges of shells buried in lacquer peep out ih the shape of circles, and upon the scabbard of the shorter sword 
are Solenotellina olivacea retaining their original shape and yet appearing in the form of waves. 
The sword-guards and rivets also are ornamented with shells or in shell-designs. 
The rack is an old piece of lacquer-ware ornamented with pieces of nacreous layers of shells and artistic designs. 
The saddle is unique, and has been preserved in Count Otani’s family as one of the treasures of the West 
Nongwan Temple, Its pommel and cantle are covered with a bamboo design of shells. 
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