Sword Guard (Tsuba) in the Shape of a Horse
Artist: Yamashiro (kyo) School (Japanese)
Date: mid-18th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
Dimensions:
2 3/4 × 2 5/8 in. (7 × 6.7 cm)
Medium: iron with gold inlays
Classification: Metalwork
Credit Line: Gift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number: 1912.736
DescriptionPartially perforated iron.
A horse wearing a halter or bridle with a rope.
A horse wearing a halter or bridle with a rope.
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