Sword Guard (Tsuba)
Rusty brown metal object, circular with a large central oval hole. The circle has 7 additional holes of varying shapes, including triangular and rounded shapes. The metal appears corroded and damaged, with rough edges and surface. A portion of the top edge is missing. The object resembles a sword guard.
Artwork details
- Date:
- ca. 3rd century–538
- Medium:
- Iron
- Culture:
- Japanese
- Dimensions:
- 600 × 600 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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