Sword Sheath

19424B

From: Japan

Curatorial Section: Asian

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Object Number 19424B
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Japanese
Provenience Japan
Period Edo Period
Date Made 19th Century
Section Asian
Materials Wood | Lacquer
Inscription Language Japanese Language
Description

Black lacquer scabbard for a long sword or katana. This sword was given to "The Great Master" by pupil Takahashi Kenzo, according to the inscription on the scabbard.

Credit Line Gift of Dr. D. B. McCartee, 1896
Other Number 88-16-155B - Found in Collection Number

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