Tsuba (Sword Guard)

17th century

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Caption

Tsuba (Sword Guard), 17th century. Iron, brass, copper, 3 9/16 x 3 1/8 in. (9 x 8 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Leighton R. Longhi, 74.202.11. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

Gallery

Not on view

Collection

Asian Art

Title

Tsuba (Sword Guard)

Date

17th century

Period

Edo Period

Geography

Place made: Japan

Medium

Iron, brass, copper

Classification

Arms and Armor

Dimensions

3 9/16 x 3 1/8 in. (9 x 8 cm)

Credit Line

Gift of Leighton R. Longhi

Accession Number

74.202.11

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