Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, Kanayama type, irregular shape. Negative silhouette of genji symbol, lfower and cloud; plain surface and raised rim. Pierced design; brown patina; rim nearly smooth. Two blade holes.
- Date
- 16th-17th century
- In our collection
- since February the 3rd, 2015 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.3 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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cadmium 52% iron 22% zinc 8% copper 14% oxygen 4%