Sword guard (<i>Tsuba</i>) With Peony Motif (牡丹図鐔)

The image features a circular, dark brown, metal object with a central oval-shaped hole. The object has a raised peony motif carved into its surface. The peony design consists of large flowers and leaves that are intricately carved around the central hole. The central hole is shaped like an elongated oval with a flat bottom. The object appears to be made of metal, possibly iron or steel, and has a weathered appearance. The background of the image is plain white.