Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, Higo school, lobed, circular. Negative silhouette of chrysanthemum blossom and leaves; smooth surface. Pierced design; brown patina; rim lobed and rough. Three blade holes.
- Date
- 17th-18th century
- In our collection
- since June the 21st, 2009 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.3-3/16 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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iron 75% atium 3% oxygen 8% cadmium 8% copper 6%