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Sword

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Sword
  • Date: 18th–19th century
  • Culture: Chinese, Cochin; blade and sword guard, Japanese
  • Medium: Steel, wood, silver, gold
  • Dimensions: L. 40 1/2 in. (103 cm); L. of blade 26 3/8 in. (67 cm); W. 3 3/4 in. (9.5 cm); D. 3 3/8 in. (8.6 cm); Wt. 2 lb. 11 oz. (1219 g)
  • Classification: Swords
  • Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
  • Object Number: 36.25.1439
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor
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