Sword Guard (Tsuba)

Unknown

16th century · Iron, copper · Arms and Armor

Sword Guard (Tsuba) — Unknown

This tsuba features an openwork design of a dragonfly. It is made in the so-called tōshō (swordsmith's) style.

Artist: Unknown
Date: 16th century
Medium: Iron, copper
Culture: Japanese
Department: Arms and Armor
Credit line: Funds from various donors, 1946

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