Sword Guard (Tsuba) with Lions in Peonies

The image depicts a circular sword guard with a central elongated oval-shaped hole. The guard is made of dark metal, likely iron, with a dark patina and visible signs of aging. The guard features two large oval-shaped areas on either side of the central hole, with a design of wavy lines resembling hair or fur. The top of the guard has a design resembling a mythical creature or two lions. The bottom features a floral pattern. The entire guard is decorated with a design of peonies and leaves. The background is a gradient from black at the top to dark gray at the bottom.

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Dimensions: 900 × 870 px
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Sword Guard (Tsuba) with Lions in Peonies

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