Tachi I (Slung Sword)

early 15th century

Caption

Tachi I (Slung Sword), early 15th century. Lacquer, metal, point to tang butt: 29 5/8 in. (75.2 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Robert B. Woodward, 03.341.

Gallery

Not on view

Collection

Asian Art

Title

Tachi I (Slung Sword)

Date

early 15th century

Period

Muromachi Period, Oei Era

Geography

Place made: Japan

Medium

Lacquer, metal

Classification

Arms and Armor

Dimensions

point to tang butt: 29 5/8 in. (75.2 cm)

Credit Line

Gift of Robert B. Woodward

Accession Number

03.341

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