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Sword Guard (Tsuba): (front) dragon amid flames and clouds; (back) clouds, flames, and a glimpse of the dragon's body

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Sword Guard (Tsuba): (front) dragon amid flames and clouds; (back) clouds, flames, and a glimpse of the dragon's body

Artist Yakushi
Place of OriginJapan
DateEdo Period (1600-1868)
Dimensions3 in. (7.6 cm)
Mediumiron
ClassificationMetalwork
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1912.809
Not on View
DescriptionThe surface of the reverse is pricked.

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