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Sword Guard (Tsuba)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Sword Guard (Tsuba) is a circular metal object with a dark brown color and a textured surface. The object has a central elongated oval-shaped hole, oriented vertically, with a narrower top and a wider bottom. Two symmetrical curved designs extend from the central hole, resembling rounded leaves or petals. The curved designs are made up of multiple rounded shapes, with some featuring rounded protrusions. At the top of the object, there are two floral-like designs, each consisting of several teardrop-shaped petals. The background of the image is a plain light gray color. The overall design of the Sword Guard (Tsuba) features a mix of curved lines and rounded shapes, creating a decorative and intricate pattern.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Iron, copper
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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