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Matchlock called "Ohtora" and "Kotora" (big and small tigers)/ Private collection

Unknown16th century, Momoyama period

Tachibana Museum

Tachibana Museum
Fukuoka-ken, Japan

These two firearms were used for tiger hunting in Korea during the Bunroku-Keicho War in the 16th century. The longer one was called ‘Ohtora (big tiger)’, and the shorter one was called ‘Kotora (small tiger)’. The ‘Ohtora’ has a gold inlay in the shape of a tiger on its body.

Details

  • Title: Matchlock called "Ohtora" and "Kotora" (big and small tigers)/ Private collection
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: 16th century, Momoyama period
  • Physical Dimensions: 152.2cm, 135.4cm
  • Type: Dcument
  • Rights: Private collection

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