Japanese Swords (Katana, Tachi, Wakizashi and Tanto), Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 448-B

Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1914-08-31

GUSN

GUSN-391596

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Description

The image shows a museum display case at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, containing various Japanese swords. These include katanas, tachis, wakizashis, and tantos, all mounted horizontally on stands within the case. The swords are arranged in tiers, showcasing their intricate hilts and scabbards.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
Japanese
galleries (display spaces)
swords
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

1437

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP024364
B-Series negative 448-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC022

Collection Name

Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

Date of Acquisition

1918

Reference Code

PC022.001.002.001.002.448-B

Places

Boston (Suffolk county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Coolidge, Baldwin, 1845-1928 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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