Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, nearly circular. Kow relief raindrops, snow and falling leaves; two leaves on reverse; surface straited; rim raised. Carved, engraved, and inlaid design; gold, copper, and silver inlays; brown patina; surface rough. Three blade holes.
- Date
- 18th century
- In our collection
- since June the 10th, 2012 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.3-7/16 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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iron 71% atium 8% oxygen 21%