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Sword Guard

Cleveland Museum of Art

Dark brown sword guard with a circular shape and a scalloped edge. Three oval-shaped holes in the center. The left and right holes are symmetrical. The middle hole is elongated and tapered. A bird-like design on the bottom right, possibly an eagle or hawk. One eye of the bird has a gold inlay. Etched designs on the top right, resembling lines and geometric patterns. The background transitions from black at the top to gray at the bottom. The sword guard is titled "Sword Guard" and is by an unknown artist.

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897 × 900 px
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