Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, Bushu schools, circular. Openwork maple, gingko and elm leaves in full refief positive silhouette; gold touches. Pierced, carved, engraved, and damascened design; gold damascening; brown patina; smooth rim. Three blade holes.
- Date
- 17th-19th century
- In our collection
- since November the 28th, 2015 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.2-3/16 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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copper 16% cadmium 84%