Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, circular. Low relief of birds resting on rocks and branches with votive hangings (Shimenawa) on obverse; branch and wave pattern on reverse. Carved and engraved design; gold, silver and copper inlays; brown patina; smooth rim. Two blade holes.
- Date
- 18th-19th century
- In our collection
- since October the 13th, 2009 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.2-3/4 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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oxygen 57% atium 2% copper 14% iron 1% zinc 0% cadmium 26%