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Summary
This tsuba is formed by the body and antennae of a spiny lobster. The trunk of the lobster is in the right half of the tsuba. Its long antennae form the left and the hole for the utility life. Lobster are a sign of respect for old age because of their doubled over body.
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Date
1400 - 1800
Source
Walters Art Museum
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Copyright info
public domain