Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, circular. Low relief bamboo trees and leaves; trees on obverse; leaves and twigs on reverse. Carved design; brown patina; rough rim. Three blade holes; one plugged. Inscribed on obverse.
- Date
- 18th-19th century
- In our collection
- since March the 20th, 2010 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.2-9/16 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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cadmium 39% zinc 22% copper 37% iron 2%