Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, early type, circular. Reel form in full relief on woodgrain ground; ropework rim. Carved, engraved, and inlaid design; gold and silver damascening; brown patina; rim rough. Three blade holes.
- Date
- 16th-17th century
- In our collection
- since June the 17th, 2012 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.3-1/8 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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iron 65% atium 33% copper 2%