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Sword Guard

c. 1615–1868

Japan, possibly Edo period

(1615-1868)
Medium
iron
Measurements
Diameter: 7.4 cm (2 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of D. Z. Norton 1919.531
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An iron circular sword guard features an openwork silhouette of a dancing figure. Wearing a tall, rectangular hat with gold bands and flowing robes, they tilt their head upward, facing right. One hand holds an open fan detailed with gold; the other clutches a staff topped with clustered bells. A large vertical oval opening dominates the center, flanked by a smaller teardrop cutout. Sparse gold highlights glint against the dark, pitted metal.

Sword Guard

c. 1615–1868

Japan, possibly Edo period (1615-1868)

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