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Sword Guard (Tsuba): Insects and Autumn Grass

Artist Kyotsuba School (Japanese)
Datelate 18th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
Dimensions2 3/4 in. (7 cm)
Mediumiron
ClassificationMetalwork
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1912.744
Not on View
DescriptionPerforated iron.
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