ca. 1615-1868
Japan
Object qualities
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Objectweapon: Sword guard (Tsuba)
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Type of arts & crafts
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MediumBrass, enamel, copper
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SizeDiam. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm); thickness 1/8 in. (0.3 cm); Wt. 4.6 oz. (130.4 g)
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Geography detailsCountry of Origin
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Country today
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Dateca. 1615-1868
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CultureJapanese
Source of information
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Type of sourceDatabase “Metropolitan Museum of Art”
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Fund that the source refers toMetropolitan Museum of Art
Description
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A tsuba is a sword guard and part of a sword mounting. It is mounted between the sword’s blade and grip to protect the user’s hands.