Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, Choshu school, oval. Positive silhouette of cherry blossoms and pieces of brocade. Carved and pierced design; gold inlays; smooth rim; brown patina. Three blade holes.
- Date
- 18th century
- In our collection
- since November the 20th, 2011 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.3-13/16 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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iron 7% cadmium 73% atium 0% copper 2% oxygen 18%