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Sword Guard

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a circular metal object with a dark gray to black color, resembling a sword guard titled "Sword Guard" by the artist. The object features a central oval-shaped hole and a smaller oval-shaped cutout on the right side. The left side showcases a curved design resembling a leafy branch or vine. The surface exhibits a weathered appearance with visible scratches, scuffs, and discoloration. The object appears to be made of metal, likely steel or iron, with a rough texture. The background transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. There are Japanese characters etched into the metal on either side of the central hole.

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900 × 881 px
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