16th century
Japan
Object qualities
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Objectweapon: Sword guard (Tsuba)
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Type of arts & crafts
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MediumIron, copper
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SizeH. 3 11/16 in. (9.4 cm); W. 3 5/8 in. (9.2 cm); thickness 3/16 in. (0.5 cm); Wt. 4.3 oz. (121.9 g)
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Geography detailsCountry of Origin
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Country today
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Date16th century
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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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This tsuba features an openwork design of stylized butterflies, in negative silhouette. It is made in the so-called katchūshi (armor-maker’s) style.