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Blade for a Sword (<i>Katana</i>)

Gassan Mitsu[...]

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Curved, single-edged sword with a long, narrow blade and a short, dark handle. The blade is shiny and metallic, with a slight curve and a pointed tip. The handle is made of dark material, possibly wood or metal, and has a small circular metal piece near the base of the blade. Black background.

Artwork Details

Date
late 15th–early 16th century
Medium
Steel
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
271 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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