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Sword Guard (Tsuba): (front) Goose; (back) Snow-laden Bamboo
Sword Guard (Tsuba): (front) Goose; (back) Snow-laden Bamboo

Sword Guard (Tsuba): (front) Goose; (back) Snow-laden Bamboo

Place of OriginJapan
Date19th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
Dimensions3 1/8 × 2 7/8 in. (7.9 × 7.3 cm)
Mediumbrass with gold, silver, and copper inlays
ClassificationMetalwork
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1912.775
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  • Decorative Arts
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about 1800, Edo Period (1600-1868)
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