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Sword Guard (Tsuba): Lattice Windows, Pines, and Autumn Flowers

Place of OriginJapan
Date17th century, Edo Period (1600-1868)
Dimensions3 1/8 in. (7.9 cm)
Mediumiron with gold inlays
ClassificationMetalwork
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1912.754
Not on View
DescriptionPerforated iron.
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