Scabbard for a Katana
Culture
Japanese
Datemid-1800s
Mediumwood and brass with mother-of-pearl
Dimensions74.9 cm (29 1/2 in.). 8 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.333.2
DescriptionScabbard for katana. 2-piece wooden core covered overall with small of mother-of-pearl adhered in a mosaic fashion. Single suspension ring on 1 face near mouth. Scabbard split for most of its length along seams.ProvenancePurchased by John W. Higgins on May 31, 1927 from Walpole Galleries (NY), their cat. no. 453, lot no. 37. Given to the Armory on July 1, 1954. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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portions possibly 1600s
