Tsuba (Sword Guard)

late 16th–early 17th century

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Caption

Tsuba (Sword Guard), late 16th–early 17th century. Yamagane, copper, 2 5/16 in. (5.9 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Leighton R. Longhi, 74.202.16. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

Gallery

Not on view

Collection

Asian Art

Title

Tsuba (Sword Guard)

Date

late 16th–early 17th century

Period

Momoyama Period to Edo Period

Geography

Place made: Japan

Medium

Yamagane, copper

Classification

Arms and Armor

Dimensions

2 5/16 in. (5.9 cm)

Credit Line

Gift of Leighton R. Longhi

Accession Number

74.202.16

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