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Sword Guard (Tsuba) with Dandelion

c. 1615–1868

Japan, possibly Edo period

(1615-1868)
Medium
iron
Measurements
Diameter: 7 cm (2 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of D. Z. Norton 1919.404
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Location
Not on view
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A circular sword guard is a dark-brown, pitted iron disc. Three cutouts pierce the metal: a central slit, an oval, and a jagged opening. At the top right, a textured flower with a gold center is inset. On the bottom edge, gold accents depict blades of grass and a rounded bud. The metal surface appears worn and unevenly oxidized, organic shapes and textured patterns framing the openings across the disc.

Sword Guard (Tsuba) with Dandelion

c. 1615–1868

Japan, possibly Edo period (1615-1868)

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