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1943

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Tsuba

This is a Tsuba. We acquired it in 1943. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Mrs. R. Keith Kane. It is credited Gift of Mrs. R. Keith Kane from the Estate of Mrs. Robert B. Noyes.

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Tsuba; Gift of Mrs. R. Keith Kane from the Estate of Mrs. Robert B. Noyes; 1943-5-20

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