Sword guard (tsuba)
Sword guard, Bushu schools, circular. Positive silhouette of crested waves and tossed spray; gold spots; flat surface. Pierced, carved, engraved, and inlaid design; gold inlays; brown patina; smooth rim. Two blade holes ? Inscription on obverse; signed Kunihiro.
- Date
- 17th-19th century
- In our collection
- since September the 13th, 2014 up to now
- Dimensions
- Dia.3-3/16 in.
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Iron
- Price
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- Composition
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copper 43% cadmium 13% zinc 26% oxygen 18%