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Sword Guard (Tsuba) with Chinese Landscape

c. 1615–1868

Japan, possibly Edo period

(1615-1868)
Medium
iron
Measurements
Diameter: 7.8 cm (3 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of D. Z. Norton 1919.351
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A circular iron sword guard, or tsuba, features a dark-brown, textured surface with reddish-brown patches. Three central openings include a vertical wedge, an irregular cutout, and an oval plugged with textured gold. In relief, mountain peaks cap the top beside drifting clouds. Below, a figure in a boat navigates waters near rocks and gnarled trees. Gold highlights the landscape patterns, contrasting against the aged, pitted metal disk.

Sword Guard (Tsuba) with Chinese Landscape

c. 1615–1868

Japan, possibly Edo period (1615-1868)

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