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Sword Guard (Tsuba)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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