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Sword with Scabbard Mounts

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal swords with scabbard mounts on a white wall. Seven swords are shown. Each has a handle and a blade. The handles are made of metal and have various designs. The blades are also made of metal and have different shapes and lengths. The scabbard mounts are attached to the wall and hold the swords in place. The mounts are small and circular. They are made of metal and have a screw in the center. The background is a plain white wall.

Artwork details

Date:
6th–7th century
Medium:
Iron, gold, copper
Culture:
Japanese
Dimensions:
599 × 443 px
Museum record:
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