SCABBARD
Creator(s): Unknown
Currently in storage
About this object
The silhouette of the scabbard is slightly curved. The ends are rounded and tipped with silvered copper incised with a pattern of flower and leaf sprays. On each side is a gilt leaf and flower spray which is slightly raised. The handle is covered with off-white pebbling and on each side is an applied leaf motif in gilt metal. There is a purple silk braided cord ending in tassels which is tied to an oval ring on the scabbard.
- Object name:
- SCABBARD
- Made from:
- Lacquer -- metal -- silk -- wood
- Made in:
- Japan
- Date made:
- 19th c.
- Size:
- 32 cm (12 5/8 in.)
Detailed information for this item
- Catalog number:
- 35.57.1
- Class:
- LACQUER
- Signature marks:
- Credit line:
- Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973