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Ceremonial Sword & Scabbard
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Ceremonial Sword & Scabbard

Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: bone; metal
DimensionsOverall: 138 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGiven in memory of Lt. Cmdr. E. H. Wilton by his wife
Object number1961.018.001
DescriptionThe bone scabbard & handle are the show-off or raison d'etre of this sword, densely carved with Japanese scholars, warriors, farmers & women with appropriate back ground touches. Incised decorations are toned with dark colour.
Status
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