Tsuba (Sword Guard) in Tembo Style

17th–18th century

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Caption

Tsuba (Sword Guard) in Tembo Style, 17th–18th century. Brown-black patinated iron, silver(ed?) metal, 2 15/16 x 2 13/16 in. (7.5 x 7.2 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Leighton R. Longhi, 74.202.24. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

Gallery

Not on view

Collection

Asian Art

Title

Tsuba (Sword Guard) in Tembo Style

Date

17th–18th century

Period

Edo Period

Geography

Place made: Japan

Medium

Brown-black patinated iron, silver(ed?) metal

Classification

Arms and Armor

Dimensions

2 15/16 x 2 13/16 in. (7.5 x 7.2 cm)

Credit Line

Gift of Leighton R. Longhi

Accession Number

74.202.24

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